This American-style Green Curry Chicken recipe gives a twist to the traditional Thai dish by incorporating popular American flavors. The creamy coconut milk, aromatic herbs, and spicy Thai green curry paste combine with tender chicken pieces for a mouthwatering meal that will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 3 tbsp green curry paste
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 cup snow peas
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Handful of fresh basil leaves
- Cooked rice for serving
Directions
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add green curry paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in coconut milk, chicken broth, fish sauce, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.
- Add red bell pepper, onion, and snow peas. Cook for 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in fresh basil leaves and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot over cooked rice. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Green curry is a popular Thai dish known for its aromatic and spicy flavors.
Coconut milk adds a creamy texture to the dish and helps balance out the spiciness of the curry paste.
Green curry paste is made from a blend of green chilies, lemongrass, garlic, shallots, and other herbs and spices.