Easy Coconut Curry Chicken

A close up view of a spoon of coconut curry chicken being scooped out of the pot.

4.72 from 14 votes

This coconut curry chicken builds layers of flavor inspired by Thai cuisine using easy techniques. You'll have a restaurant-worthy dinner in under an hour, with a sauce you'll be craving for days after.

Prep Time10

Cook Time40

Total Time50

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: American, Thai

Keyword: Coconut Curry

Servings: servings

Author: Caytlin McCleery

Ingredients

1 1/2 to 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast cubed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large white onion diced
1 medium red bell pepper diced
2 tablespoons minced garlic about 6 cloves
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 tablespoons yellow curry powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups chicken broth
1 (13.5 fl ounce can) full fat coconut milk
1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice about 1 lime
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

Cube 1 1/2 to 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast into bite-size pieces. Set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add in diced 1 large white onion and diced 1 medium red bell pepper and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add in 2 tablespoons minced garlic, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 2 tablespoons yellow curry powder, 1 teaspoon turmeric, and 1 tablespoon ground coriander. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly.
Add in diced chicken, season with 1 teaspoon salt, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to brown the chicken.
Pour in 2 cups chicken broth, 1 (13.5 fl ounce can) full fat coconut milk, 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 2 teaspoons brown sugar. Scrape the bottom of the pan to loosen up any cooked bits.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, uncovered, for 25 minutes, until the sauce has reduced and thickened.
Serve over rice and garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.

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