Thai Basil Chicken in Coconut-Curry Sauce

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 1
Delicious Thai Basil Chicken in Coconut-Curry Sauce recipe
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken , cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 large onion , chopped into 1-inch pieces
1 bell pepper , cut into 1-inch pieces
2 jalapeno peppers , seeded and finely chopped ( optional )
5 garlic cloves , minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger , grated or finely diced
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 can coconut milk
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup Thai basil ( or cilantro )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
500
Sugar
10g
Fat
35g
Thai Basil Chicken in Coconut-Curry Sauce is a classic Thai dish, commonly known as 'Gai Pad Krapow'. It is popular for its delicious flavors, easy-to-find ingredients, and quick preparation time. The chicken is seasoned with a little curry powder and seared until golden brown. Then, it is simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with Thai basil, ginger, and garlic and served over rice or noodles. The dish is easy to customize, as you can add or remove ingredients according to your liking or dietary needs.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch with a few tablespoons of the coconut milk until smooth and set aside
2.Heat peanut oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat and add chicken. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked
3.Add onion, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, garlic, and ginger and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender
4.Add curry powder and stir to coat everything evenly
5.Add remaining coconut milk and cornstarch mixture to skillet, stirring constantly. Bring the curry sauce to a low boil, and once it starts to thicken, add the Thai basil and stir. Cook for another minute or so, then remove from heat
6.Serve the Thai Basil Chicken in Coconut-Curry Sauce hot over rice or noodles

PROS

This dish is packed with protein from chicken and healthy vegetables like onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno pepper
The coconut-curry sauce is rich, flavorful and incredibly satisfying

CONS

Thai Basil Chicken in Coconut-Curry Sauce is a relatively high calorie dish, with about 500 calories per serving
It requires multiple ingredients and some cooking experience or recipe following to get it just right

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Thai Basil Chicken in Coconut-Curry Sauce is a healthy and satisfying meal, providing plenty of protein, vitamins and minerals
Bell peppers and onion are loaded with vitamins C and A, while ginger and jalapeno provide anti-inflammatory properties.

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