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Thai Red Curry

Creamy Thai Red Curry with Chicken and Fresh Vegetables

Thai Red Curry with Chicken is creamy, spicy, and full of fresh vegetables. This easy curry recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners.

Thai Red Curry

There’s nothing like a bowl of Thai red curry when you want bold flavors and comfort. With juicy chicken, colorful vegetables, and a silky coconut base, this dish comes together in one pan and delivers restaurant-style taste at home.

Why you will love this Thai Red Curry dish

  • Quick to make in under 30 minutes
  • Packed with protein and fresh vegetables
  • Creamy, flavorful, and better than takeout
  • Family-friendly with adjustable spice levels
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Homemade Thai Curry with Chicken and Coconut Milk

Easy Thai Red Curry with Chicken for a Flavorful Weeknight Dinner

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Thai Red Curry with Chicken and Vegetables

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  • Author: EsmeSalon
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings depending on size 1x
  • Category: Poultry Recipes
  • Method: Easy
  • Cuisine: Thailand

Description

Flavorful Thai Red Curry with Coconut Milk and Chicken


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 4 chicken breasts, cubed
  • 100 g Thai red curry paste
  • 2 tbsp canola oil
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger, grated
  • Fish sauce, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 red pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 yellow pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 orange pepper, sliced
  • 4 spring onions, chopped (including tops)
  • 15 kaffir lime leaves
  • 2 medium carrots, cut into strips
  • 1 punnet baby corn, cubed
  • 2 baby zucchinis, sliced into rings
  • 400 ml coconut milk
  • 400 ml coconut cream
  • 1 fresh red chili, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1/2 bunch fresh coriander, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds, optional

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken and curry paste. Stir-fry for 3 minutes.
  3. Add onion, spring onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in peppers, fish sauce, and kaffir lime leaves.
  5. Add remaining vegetables, coconut milk, and coconut cream.
  6. Cover with a lid and simmer on medium heat for 15 minutes.
  7. Serve hot with basmati rice. Garnish with chili, coriander, and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Prepared, tried, and tested by Gail

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Thai Red Curry with Chicken brings takeout flavors to your own kitchen.

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One Pan Thai Red Chicken Curry

This Thai Red Curry with Chicken is rich, creamy, and packed with fresh vegetables. The coconut milk base balances spice with a silky texture, while kaffir lime leaves and ginger add depth. It’s quick to make, full of flavor, and satisfying enough for the whole family.

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