Best 7 Thai Inspired Coconut Chicken With Spinach And Mushrooms Recipes

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Indulge in the harmonious blend of Thai flavors with our enticing Thai-inspired Coconut Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms. This delectable dish tantalizes the taste buds with tender chicken bathed in a rich and creamy coconut sauce, complemented by vibrant spinach and earthy mushrooms. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this exquisite dish, exploring the ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and additional recipe variations to cater to various dietary preferences. Prepare to be captivated by the symphony of flavors and aromas that define this culinary masterpiece.

In addition to the main recipe, we'll delve into a treasure trove of culinary delights, including a tantalizing Coconut Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce, a flavorful Coconut Chicken Curry with Jasmine Rice, and a refreshing Coconut Chicken Salad with Lime Dressing. Each recipe offers a unique twist on the classic combination of chicken and coconut, showcasing the versatility and adaptability of these ingredients. Whether you seek a quick and easy weeknight meal or an impressive dish to grace your dinner table, these recipes are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings and leave you yearning for more.

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

THAI COCONUT MARINATED CHICKEN



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Recipe video above. Chicken infused in a gorgeous Thai coconut marinade which infuses with flavour and adds buttery richness from the coconut milk. MARINATING TIME: 24 - 48 hours.

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Main

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 tsp garlic (, minced)
1 tsp ginger (, minced)
1 tsp chilli (, finely chopped (or paste is fine), adjust quantity to taste (Note 2))
1 lemongrass (OR paste) (, white part only, finely chopped(Note 3))
1 1/2 tsp coriander powder
3/4 tsp tumeric powder
1/2 tsp curry powder ((any is fine))
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 1/2 tbsp fish sauce ((sub soy))
3/4 cup coconut milk ((full fat please!))
750 g - 1 kg / 1.5 - 2 lb chicken thigh fillets (, skinless and boneless (Note 4))
Oil for cooking
1/2 cup coconut milk
1 tbsp peanut butter, smooth
2 tbsp Hoisin Sauce
1 1/2 tbsp lime juice
1 garlic clove (, minced)
1/2 tsp chilli paste or fresh chilli (, adjust to taste)
Finely chopped coriander / cilantro and more chilli (, for garnish)
Lime wedges ((highly recommended))

Steps:

  • Mix marinade in a large bowl. Add chicken and mix. Cover with cling wrap and marinate in the fridge for 24 - 48 hours (can't skip marinating for this recipe).
  • Brush BBQ with oil, or heat 1 tbsp in a skillet (I used a skillet). Use Medium heat - or Medium Low if your stove/BBQ runs hot (otherwise marinade may burn).
  • Remove chicken from marinade, shaking off excess. Cook the first side for around 5 minutes or until caramelised and golden. Turn then cook the other side for 4 minutes until caramelised.
  • BAKING: See Note 4.
  • Transfer chicken to serving plate, cover loosely with foil and rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with coriander / chilli if desired, and serve with lime wedges and Sauce.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 248 g, Calories 436 kcal

THAI COCONUT CHICKEN SOUP



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 whole free-range chicken (about 3 1/2 pounds), rinsed, giblets discarded
2 carrots, cut in large chunks
3 celery stalks, cut in large chunks
2 large white onions, quartered
1 head of garlic, halved
1 turnip, halved
1/4 bunch fresh thyme leaves
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
3 kaffir lime leaves, fresh or dried, hand torn
2 small Thai chiles, halved lengthwise
2 cloves garlic, crushed
One 3-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and cut into 4 chunks
1 stalk lemongrass (white part only), cracked open with the flat side of a knife
1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
One 13-ounce can unsweetened coconut milk
One 8-ounce can straw mushrooms, rinsed
2 tablespoons Thai fish sauce (nam pla)
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
Juice of 4 limes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the chicken stock: Place the chicken and vegetables in a large stockpot over medium heat. Pour in only enough cold water to cover (about 3 quarts); too much will make the broth taste weak. Toss in the thyme, bay leaves, and peppercorns, and allow it to slowly come to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low and gently simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, partially covered, until the chicken is done. As it cooks, skim any impurities that rise to the surface; add a little more water if necessary to keep the chicken covered while simmering.
  • Carefully remove the chicken to a cutting board. When its cool enough to handle, discard the skin and bones; hand-shred the meat into a storage container.
  • Carefully strain the stock through a fine sieve into another pot to remove the vegetable solids. Use the stock immediately or if you plan on storing it, place the pot in a sink full of ice water and stir to cool down the stock. Cover and refrigerate for up to one week or freeze. Makes: 2 quarts
  • For the soup: Bring 4 cups of stock to a boil over medium heat in a soup pot. Add the lime leaves, chiles, garlic, ginger and lemongrass. Lower the heat to medium-low; cover the pot and gently simmer to let the spices infuse the broth, about 10 minutes.
  • Uncover the pot and stir in the chicken, coconut milk, mushrooms, fish sauce, sugar and lime juice. Simmer to heat the chicken through, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Ladle the soup into a soup tureen or individual serving bowls. Garnish with the cilantro. Be careful to avoid chewing the lemongrass, ginger or lime leaves.

THAI-INSPIRED COCONUT CHICKEN WITH SPINACH AND MUSHROOMS



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I love the coconut chicken soup I get at a local Thai restaurant and wanted to try to get something similar at home. Lemongrass is hard to find here, so I played around a bit and I'm pretty proud of how it came out. Quick, easy and tasty! Serve over rice.

Provided by little_wing

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (13 1/2 ounce) can light unsweetened coconut milk
1 tablespoon sliced fresh ginger (about a 2 inch piece)
1 -2 garlic clove
1 small onion, chopped coarse
1 lime, juice and zest of
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces
1 cup mushroom
1 -2 tablespoon oyster sauce or 1 -2 tablespoon fish sauce
1 (6 ounce) package Baby Spinach
1/2 cup fresh basil leaf, cut into strips
1/2 teaspoon salt
cooked rice

Steps:

  • Saute chicken and mushrooms together until chicken is browned and mushrooms are tender. Set aside.
  • Puree 1/2 cup coconut milk, ginger, garlic, onion, lime juice and zest, pepper flakes, paprika, and curry powder in blender or food processor.
  • Heat mixture in skillet over med-high heat.
  • Cook 1-2 minutes or until mixture thickens and turns a brighter red.
  • Add chicken and mushrooms, remaining coconut milk, and oyster sauce and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, 8-10 minutes, until chicken is done.
  • Stir in spinach, basil and salt, cover and heat through.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.4, Fat 23.8, SaturatedFat 19.4, Cholesterol 98.8, Sodium 864.4, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 1.6, Protein 43.8

THAI CHICKEN-COCONUT SOUP



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Replacing full-fat coconut milk with a light version reduces fat, not flavor.

Provided by Georgia Downard

Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Citrus     Ginger     Mushroom     Lunch     Coconut     Spinach     Hot Pepper     Healthy     Self     Quick and Healthy

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 ounces cellophane noodles
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1-2 red Thai (or jalapeño) peppers, seeded and finely chopped (plus slices for garnish)
1 additional red Thai (or jalapeño) pepper slices for garnish
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/4 cup fresh lemon (or lime) juice
4 tablespoons Thai fish sauce, divided
1/2 pound shiitake mushrooms, sliced (3 cups)
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 5 ounces each), cut into 2 1/2-inch-long by 1/4-inch-wide strips
1 cup light coconut milk
2 cups baby spinach
2 tablespoon chopped cilantro (plus sprigs for garnish)
1 cilantro sprigs for garnish

Steps:

  • Place noodles in a bowl; add enough warm water to cover and let sit until soft, about 15 minutes. Drain. Combine broth, pepper, garlic, ginger, lemon zest, lime zest, lemon juice and 3 tablespoon fish sauce in a medium saucepan. Season with salt. Bring to a simmer, add noodles and cook 3 minutes more. Using tongs, transfer noodles to a bowl and cover with foil to keep warm. Add mushrooms to broth; season with salt, if desired; simmer 3 minutes more. Add chicken and coconut milk and simmer, stirring, until chicken is just cooked, about 3 minutes. Stir in spinach until it begins to wilt, about 1 minute. Add chopped cilantro and season with remaining 1 tablespoon fish sauce. Using tongs, divide noodles among 4 bowls. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with sprigs of cilantro and slices of pepper.

THAI-INSPIRED CHICKEN MEATBALL SOUP



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This stellar soup is reviving and cozy, made in one pot, and ready in 30 minutes. It starts with ginger-scented chicken-cilantro meatballs that are browned, then simmered in a fragrant coconut milk broth that's inspired by tom kha gai, a Thai chicken-coconut soup seasoned with lemongrass, galangal, makrut lime leaves and chile. A heap of spinach is added for color and flavor, and a squeeze of lime adds brightness and punch. The soup is brothy, so serve it over rice or another grain to make it a full meal.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, lunch, weekday, poultry, soups and stews, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (4-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled
6 garlic cloves, peeled
1 jalapeño
2 pounds ground chicken
1 large bunch cilantro, leaves and stems finely chopped, a few whole leaves reserved for serving
3 tablespoons fish sauce
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons vegetable or coconut oil, plus more as needed
2 cups chicken broth
1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
5 ounces baby spinach
1 tablespoon lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving
Steamed white or brown rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Using the small holes of a box grater, or a Microplane, grate the ginger, garlic and jalapeño (or finely chop them by hand). Transfer half to a large bowl and set the rest aside. To the large bowl, add the chicken, finely chopped cilantro, 2 tablespoons fish sauce and 1 teaspoon salt. Use your hands or a fork to fully combine but do not overmix.
  • Use your hands or an ice cream scoop to form 2-inch meatballs (about 2 ounces each). In a large Dutch oven or pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add the meatballs in a single layer and cook, flipping halfway through, until golden brown on two sides, 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate and repeat, adding oil as needed.
  • Once all the meatballs are browned and out of the pot, if the oil is burned, wipe it out and add a bit more to the pot. Reduce the heat to medium, add the reserved ginger mixture and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the chicken broth, coconut milk, sugar and the remaining 1 tablespoon fish sauce, and bring to a simmer. Add the meatballs and any juices from the plate, and simmer until the flavors come together and the meatballs are cooked through, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in the spinach and lime juice. Divide rice among bowls, then top with meatballs, broth and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

THAI CHICKEN WITH SPINACH



Thai Chicken With Spinach image

This is a very good and easy Thai recipe. I got this from a magazine and changed it a bit to suit my taste.

Provided by HelenG

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (13 1/2 ounce) can coconut milk
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 -3 tablespoons gingerroot, minced
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons lime zest, grated
2 teaspoons fish sauce (nam pla)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (4) or 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs (6)
8 ounces fresh spinach
6 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon salt
8 teaspoons unsweetened dried shredded coconut, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Mix the first 8 ingredients and simmer in large pan, stirring now and then about 8-10 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  • Add chicken, reduce heat and simmer, covered, until chicken is cooked, about 10 minutes.
  • Add spinach, cilantro, sesame oil, brown sugar and salt.
  • Continue to simmer, uncovered until spinach wilts.
  • Transfer to serving dish and garnish with toasted coconut.
  • ~***This makes a lot of sauce, you can easily add 2 more chicken breasts***~.
  • Serve with jasmine rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.2, Fat 22.2, SaturatedFat 17, Cholesterol 32.9, Sodium 1457.7, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 13.9, Protein 19.6

22-MINUTE COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY



22-Minute Coconut Chicken Curry image

This 22-minute South Indian-inspired chicken dinner is based on takeout versions served at Manhattan's Curry Row.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     22-Minute Meals     Curry     Dinner     Quick & Easy     Chicken     Coconut     Ginger     Cashew     Spinach     Garlic     Takeout at Home

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (about 4 breasts or 7 thighs), cut into 1" cubes
2½ teaspoons mild curry powder
1½ teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons virgin coconut or vegetable oil (plus 2 teaspoons; optional)
½ medium onion, chopped
1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk (preferably full-fat)
1 (2½") piece ginger, peeled
4 garlic cloves, peeled
¼ cup raw cashews, chopped (optional)
1½ teaspoons yellow and/or black mustard seeds (optional)
5 ounces baby spinach
Cilantro leaves with tender stems and cooked rice or naan (Indian flatbread; for serving)

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with curry powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet (at least 12" in diameter) over medium-high. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Purée coconut milk, ginger, and garlic in a blender until very smooth.
  • Add chicken and coconut milk mixture to skillet and cook, tossing occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened, 7-10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, if using, heat 2 tsp. oil in a small skillet over medium. Add cashews and mustard seeds and cook, stirring, until fragrant and lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Immediately transfer mixture including the oil to a small bowl.
  • Fold spinach into chicken mixture and cook until wilted, about 1 minute. Divide among 4 bowls. Top with cilantro and cashew mixture, if using. Serve with rice or naan alongside.
  • Editor's note: This article has been updated as a part of our archive repair project.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the chicken, make sure you don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a good quality coconut milk: The coconut milk is a key ingredient in this dish, so make sure you use a good quality brand.
  • Season to taste: Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings in this dish to your own taste. Add more or less chili paste, soy sauce, or lime juice as desired.

Conclusion:

This Thai-inspired coconut chicken with spinach and mushrooms is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, the vegetables are crisp and colorful, and the coconut milk sauce is creamy and rich. Serve this dish with rice or noodles, and enjoy!

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