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Creamy Thai-Inspired Coconut Red Curry Chicken with Wilted Spinach and Fluffy Jasmine Rice

A creamy, aromatic Thai-inspired red curry chicken with tender chicken thighs, wilted spinach, and fluffy jasmine rice, simmered in rich coconut milk.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook jasmine rice according to package directions with water and a pinch of salt; set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. In the same pot, add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  5. Add garlic and ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Stir in red curry paste and cook for 1 minute.
  7. Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
  8. Return chicken to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  9. Stir in fish sauce and brown sugar. Adjust salt to taste.
  10. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  11. Serve over fluffy jasmine rice. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Notes

For a spicier version, add extra red curry paste or a diced Thai chili. This dish can be made ahead and reheats well.

  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Main
  • Cuisine: Thai-inspired

Nutrition

  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Fat: 28g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Protein: 32g