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Lemongrass Chicken With Thai Coconut Curry

Lemongrass Chicken With Thai Coconut Curry: A Cozy Dinner Delight

A quick and gluten-free Lemongrass Chicken With Thai Coconut Curry recipe that satisfies your craving for homemade meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken thighs Juicy and tender
For the Aromatics
  • 1 stalk Fresh lemongrass Chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger Grated
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Red curry paste Adjust to taste
  • 1 can Coconut milk Full-fat preferred
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Fish sauce Can substitute with soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Brown sugar Can use coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Freshly squeezed
For the Veggies and Garnish
  • 2 cups Fresh spinach Can substitute with kale
  • 1 small Red chili Sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh basil or cilantro For garnish
For Serving
  • 2 cups Jasmine rice Cooked

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by patting the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat oil and sear the chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Lower the heat and add lemongrass, garlic, and ginger, sautéing for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add red curry paste and sauté for another 30 seconds to bloom the flavors.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth, bring to a simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet, add fish sauce and brown sugar, simmer for 10-12 minutes.
  7. Fold in spinach and cook until wilted, squeeze lime juice, and adjust seasonings.
  8. Serve the curry over jasmine rice, garnished with chili and fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Taste as you go and customize with your favorite vegetables for added nutrition.

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