Chicken Thai Green Curry

Savor the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this irresistible Chicken Thai Green Curry recipe, a perfect balance of creaminess, spice, and aromatic herbs. Featuring tender slices of chicken breast simmered in a rich coconut milk base infused with fragrant green curry paste, this dish gets an extra punch of freshness from lime leaves, Thai basil, and a hint of red chili. Generous portions of eggplant and green beans add hearty texture, making it a wholesome yet indulgent meal. With a simple 15-minute prep time and 25 minutes of cooking, this one-pan curry is an ideal choice for busy weeknights or a cozy dinner with friends. Serve it over steamed jasmine rice for an authentic Thai experience that bursts with bold, complex flavors in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken breast, sliced thinly
• 400 ml Coconut milk
• 3 tablespoons Green curry paste
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 3 Lime leaves, torn into pieces
• 20 grams Thai basil leaves
• 1 Red chili, sliced thinly
• 1 medium Eggplant, diced
• 150 grams Green beans, trimmed and cut in half
• 100 ml Water
• 0 optional Cooked jasmine rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the green curry paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 3

Pour in half of the coconut milk and stir until the curry paste is fully dissolved and the mixture starts to bubble.

Step 4

Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink on the outside.

Step 5

Stir in the fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime leaves. Mix well to combine the flavors.

Step 6

Pour in the remaining coconut milk along with the water and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Add the diced eggplant and green beans to the skillet. Simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is fully cooked.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the Thai basil leaves and sliced red chili.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more fish sauce or sugar.

Step 10

Serve hot with cooked jasmine rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1599.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1546.3

Total Fat 46.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 400mg	0%
Sodium 3761.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 51.8g
Protein 166.2g	0%

Vitamin D 5.9IU	0%
Calcium 283.5mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 2974.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.3%

Protein: 42.3%

Carbs: 31.4%