Best 6 Spicy Chicken Coconut Curry Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to Southeast Asia with our Spicy Chicken Coconut Curry recipe. This delectable dish, infused with the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine, promises an explosion of taste that will transport you to the bustling streets of Bangkok.

Our recipe features succulent chicken pieces simmered in a rich and creamy coconut curry sauce, delicately balanced with a symphony of spices that will ignite your senses. The creamy coconut milk provides a velvety texture, while the aromatic blend of curry paste, ginger, garlic, and lemongrass adds depth and complexity. A touch of chili peppers brings a subtle heat that complements the richness of the curry without overpowering it.

Accompanying this main course are two additional recipes that perfectly complement the Spicy Chicken Coconut Curry. For a refreshing contrast, try our Cucumber Salad with Pickled Onions, a light and tangy side dish that will cleanse your palate and provide a burst of freshness. The tangy pickled onions add a delightful crunch and a pop of acidity that cuts through the richness of the curry.

To complete your Southeast Asian culinary experience, we present our Jasmine Rice recipe, the perfect accompaniment to soak up the luscious curry sauce. This fragrant rice, known for its delicate floral aroma and fluffy texture, will elevate your meal to a new level of satisfaction.

So, prepare your taste buds for a flavorful adventure and embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Thailand with our Spicy Chicken Coconut Curry, Cucumber Salad with Pickled Onions, and Jasmine Rice. Let the vibrant flavors transport you to a world of culinary delight.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THAI CHICKEN CURRY



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Easy Thai chicken curry with coconut milk. With simple ingredients and fast prep, this ONE PAN Thai curry recipe will become an instant fave.

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Main Course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs, or a mix!)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
1 leek (thinly sliced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons red curry paste
1 can full-fat coconut milk ((14 ounces) (do not use light, or the sauce won't thicken properly))
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro (torn)
Prepared brown rice or sourdough for serving

Steps:

  • Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Season the chicken with salt and black pepper.
  • Melt the coconut oil over medium-high heat in a large, ovenproof skillet. Add the chicken and sear on both sides until deeply golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the bell pepper, leek, garlic, and ginger, and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes, until slightly softened.
  • Stir in the curry paste. Cook for 5 additional minutes, stirring often. Slowly pour in the coconut milk while stirring to combine. Return the reserved chicken to the skillet.
  • Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 25 minutes. The chicken will be fully cooked when a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chicken registers 165 degrees F, and the juices run clear. (Note: Smaller chicken breasts may be done closer to the 15-minute mark.)
  • Top with cilantro. Serve with rice and fresh sourdough bread for mopping up the sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 4), without rice or sourdough, Calories 473 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 39 g, TransFat 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, Cholesterol 109 mg, UnsaturatedFat 4 g

CREAMY COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY



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Creamy Coconut Chicken Curry is an easy to make and healthy weeknight curry dinner recipe. It takes only 30 minutes to make and leftovers for lunch will put a big smile on your face. It's sugar-free, dairy-free, and delicious!

Provided by Kristen Stevens

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons coconut oil
½ medium onion (finely minced)
1 head garlic (chopped (10-12 cloves))
2 tablespoons ginger (minced)
1 tablespoon each: ground cumin, coriander, and turmeric
1 teaspoon cayenne powder (optional)
3 chicken breasts (chopped into bite-sized pieces)
28 ounce can of crushed tomatoes
2 teaspoons sea salt
15 ounce can coconut milk
A few handfuls of cherry tomatoes (cut in half)
1 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until it softens, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger to the pan and cook for 1 minute. Add the cumin, coriander, turmeric, and, if using, the cayenne and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the chicken, crushed tomatoes, and sea salt to the pan and stir well. Bring to a simmer then cover and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 15 minutes, carefully removing the lid (the curry will splatter!) to stir a few times.
  • Once the chicken pieces are cooked, stir in the coconut milk, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro. Season to taste with more salt, as needed.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving = ⅙ of the recipe, Calories 233 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Sodium 1083 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

SPICY CHICKEN COCONUT CURRY



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This is a recipe from the Food 911 show that Tyler Florence hosted on Food Network. This is a wonderful dish that makes a lot of sauce. I also prefer my food a bit spicier so I add hot curry powder rather than the regular curry and also extra red pepper flakes. This is great served over noodles, rice or just out of the bowl as a soup.

Provided by Chef Petunia

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
2 medium onions, chopped
1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 cinnamon stick
1 -3 dried red chili
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 (15 ounce) cans unsweetened coconut milk
2 cups chicken stock
4 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup cilantro leaf, plus more for garnish
1 lemon, juice of
mint leaf, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the ghee in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-low heat. Add the onions, ginger, and garlic and cook slowly until the onions are very soft, about 15 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste, curry powder, cinnamon stick, and chiles and give it a good stir; season with salt and pepper. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken stock and bring it back to a simmer; cook until the sauce has thickened, about 20 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, chicken, cilantro, and half the lemon juice; continue to simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 to 15 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning with lemon juice, salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro and mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 547.2, Fat 41.2, SaturatedFat 31.8, Cholesterol 94.3, Sodium 320.2, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 6.3, Protein 31.9

COCONUT CURRY CHICKEN



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A nice zippy chicken curry balanced out by the sweetness of coconut milk. This recipe is very basic and easy to customize to your taste. I have added hearts of palm, bamboo shoots, pineapple, mushrooms, onions or shallots...have fun with it!

Provided by Faith

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 55m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon curry paste, or more to taste
⅓ cup chicken broth
½ cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of heavy plastic (resealable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound the chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet to a thickness of about 1/2 inch. Sprinkle the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat, and pan-fry the chicken breasts until the meat is no longer pink, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken breasts to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium; stir the green onions and curry paste into the skillet, and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently. Pour the broth into the skillet, and scrape up and dissolve any brown flavor bits in the skillet with a spoon. Bring the mixture to a full boil, and cook until the mixture has thickened into a glaze, about 10 minutes; pour in the coconut milk, bring back to a boil, and cook until thickened, about 10 more minutes. Mix the lime juice into the sauce, and stir in any juices that have collected from the chicken. Return the chicken breasts to the pan, spoon sauce over the chicken, and simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 61.8 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 475.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

COCONUT CURRY CHICKEN



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My husband and I love this yummy dish! It's a breeze to prepare in the slow cooker, and it tastes just like a meal you'd have at your favorite Indian or Thai restaurant. -Andi Kauffman, Beavercreek, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 small onion, chopped
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 cup light coconut milk
4 teaspoons curry powder
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups hot cooked rice
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
Raisins, shredded coconut and chopped unsalted peanuts, optional

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and onion in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, brown chicken on both sides. , Transfer to slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the coconut milk, curry, garlic, bouillon, salt and pepper; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 5-6 hours., Serve chicken and sauce with rice; sprinkle with green onions. Garnish with raisins, coconut and peanuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY COCONUT CURRY SAUCE



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This is part of the recipe Chicken Wings Five Ways.

Provided by Alexis Touchet

Categories     Sauce     Super Bowl     Backyard BBQ     Tailgating     Simmer     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup minced onion
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup Thai red curry paste
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 1/4 cups well-stirred unsweetened coconut milk (from 2 cans)
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 1/2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 cup chopped cilantro sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook onion, garlic, curry paste, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in oil in a wide 2-quart heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until onion is softened, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Add coconut milk and gently simmer, stirring frequently, until reduced to 2 cups, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, cayenne, cilantro (if desired), and salt to taste.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality curry paste: This is the base of your curry, so it's important to use a good one. Look for a paste that is flavorful and has a good balance of spices.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the heat level: The amount of chili pepper you add to your curry is up to you. If you like spicy food, add more chili pepper. If you prefer a milder curry, use less.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and texture to your curry. Some good options include potatoes, carrots, bell peppers, and zucchini.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken should be cooked through, but it should not be dry. Overcooked chicken will become tough.
  • Serve with rice or naan bread: This is the traditional way to serve curry. Rice or naan bread will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

This spicy chicken coconut curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The curry is flavorful and creamy, with a nice kick of heat. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. This curry is sure to please everyone at your table.

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