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Thai Coconut Chicken

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πŸ₯₯ This Thai Coconut Chicken recipe offers a rich, creamy sauce with tender chicken and crisp vegetables for a balanced, flavorful meal.
πŸ— It’s quick to prepare and perfect for those seeking a comforting dish with vibrant Thai-inspired flavors.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

– 12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into small pieces)

– 1 cup shaken coconut milk (whole or light)

– 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter (or almond butter, for those with nut allergies)

– 1/2 tablespoon chili garlic sauce

– 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

– 3 teaspoons lime juice

– 3 teaspoons brown sugar (or honey for a flavor twist)

– 1/4 teaspoon coriander

– 1/4 teaspoon cumin

– Salt and pepper for seasoning the chicken

– 2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil for cooking

– 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

– 2 cups small broccoli florets

– 1 cup sliced carrot rounds

– Cooked white rice for serving

– Chopped Thai basil for garnish

Instructions

1-First, season 12 ounces of boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into small pieces) with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor from the start.

2-In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm 2 tablespoons of vegetable or olive oil and cook the chicken undisturbed for about 5 minutes to develop a tasty crust, then transfer it to a plate.

3-Next, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet and sautΓ© 2 cups of small broccoli florets and 1 cup of sliced carrot rounds for 3 minutes until they turn tender and vibrant which keeps things fresh and crunchy!

4-Return the chicken and its juices to the pan along with 1 tablespoon of minced fresh ginger, and cook for 30 seconds to let the aromas mingle.

5-Whisk together the sauce using 1 cup shaken coconut milk, 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/2 tablespoon chili garlic sauce, 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 3 teaspoons lime juice, 3 teaspoons brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon coriander, and 1/4 teaspoon cumin, then pour it into the skillet.

6-Toss everything together for 15-20 seconds just to warm through, and immediately remove from heat to keep the sauce smooth and creamy overheating can cause it to separate, so be gentle!

7-Finally, serve over cooked white rice and garnish with chopped Thai basil for that extra pop of flavor. It’s that simple, and you’ll love how it all comes together.

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Notes

πŸ₯¦ Substitute vegetables like cauliflower, snap peas, bell pepper, or zucchini as desired.
🦐 Chicken breasts or shrimp can be used; shrimp needs less cooking time.
🌰 For nut allergies, use creamy almond butter instead of peanut butter.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: SautΓ©ing
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 373
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 323 mg
  • Fat: 27 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 13 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Cholesterol: 81 mg