Description

Lemongrass Chicken with Thai Coconut Curry is the kind of easy recipe that makes dinner feel exciting again. Juicy chicken simmers in a creamy coconut curry sauce with red curry paste, fresh lemongrass, garlic, ginger, and basil for a bold, comforting meal that is packed with flavor. It is perfect for a quick dinner, easy dinner, cozy weeknight meal, and one of those food ideas you will want to keep on repeat when you need satisfying dinner ideas with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts

1 tablespoon oil

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 small onion, thinly sliced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

2 tablespoons lemongrass, finely minced

2 tablespoons red curry paste

1 can (14 ounces) full-fat coconut milk

1 tablespoon fish sauce

2 teaspoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 cup asparagus pieces or green beans

1/2 cup fresh basil leaves

3 cups cooked jasmine rice

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Instructions

1. Season the chicken with salt and black pepper. If using chicken breasts, cut them into bite-sized pieces.

2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side until lightly golden. Remove to a plate.

3. In the same skillet, add the onion, garlic, ginger, and lemongrass. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and softened.

4. Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute to deepen the flavor.

5. Pour in the coconut milk, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir until smooth.

6. Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.

7. Add the bell pepper and asparagus or green beans, then cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

8. Stir in the fresh basil and remove from the heat.

9. Serve hot over cooked jasmine rice.

Notes

Do not boil the curry too hard after adding the coconut milk, or the sauce can lose its smooth texture and the chicken may turn tough.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Thai-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 520
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 39g
Cholesterol: 145mg