Ingredients
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500g
Chicken Breasts or Thighs
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3
Bell Pepper
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2 bunches
Thai Basil
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4tbsp
Green Curry Paste
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400ml
Coconut Milk
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2tbsp
Vegetable Oil
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2
Lemongrass
optional -
2
Red Chili Pepper
optional
Directions
🥥 Thai Green Chicken Curry: A classic of Thai cuisine 🌿
Thai green curry with chicken is one of the most beloved dishes in Thai cuisine. Creamy, aromatic, and just spicy enough, it balances the richness of coconut milk with the freshness of basil.
This version uses a ready-made green curry paste, easily found in Asian grocery stores, but you can also make it from scratch for deeper flavor.
Ingredients and their benefits
This dish is both satisfying and nutritionally balanced:
- Chicken provides lean protein
- Coconut milk adds creamy texture and healthy fats
- Vegetables (Thai eggplants, bell peppers, green beans) bring fiber and vitamins
- Fresh herbs like Thai basil and cilantro aid digestion and boost aroma
💡 Tip: green curry is usually hotter than red or yellow curry, but the coconut milk softens the heat.
Origins and variations of Thai Green Curry
Originating in central Thailand, green curry gets its color from fresh green chilies, kaffir lime leaves, and coriander roots. You’ll find variations with:
- Beef (gaeng keow wan neua)
- Shrimp or seafood
- Tofu and vegetables for a vegetarian take
Traditionally served with jasmine rice, it can also be paired with rice noodles.
This Thai green curry with chicken is ideal for exploring the complexity of Thai flavors. It’s easy to make, highly adaptable, and sure to warm both the heart and the taste buds.
Steps
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1
Done
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Prepare the ingredientsWash and cut the vegetables and chicken in bitesize and set it aside. Heat a pan with some vegetable oil, add the green curry paste, grill it on low heat for approximately 2 mins to maximise the flavor. |
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2
Done
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Grill the chickenAdd the chicken inside the pan and grill it with the green curry paste on medium-high heat for about 5 mins, pour in 1/3 of coconut milk and stir it to combine. |
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3
Done
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Combine all the ingredientsWhen the chicken is cooked, add bell pepper, mix it well and add the rest of the coconut milk and turn it to medium-low heat and simmer it for 20 mins. You can also add some lemongrass and red chili pepper for some extra flavor. |
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4
Done
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Your Thai green curry chicken is ready!Remove the lemongrass and add some Thai basil, mix it well. And voila, your Thai green curry chicken is ready! You can serve it with rice, enjoy! |
