Ok, so I thought I was totally in love with the Thai green curry shrimp I shared with you all last week. Then, I met this coconut curry chicken. Seriously, this is the recipe you need to plan to make right away. And, if you are on Whole30, this is the recipe that will make you absolutely FORGET you are on Whole30. (I even have neighbors who say so!) It is that good, promise!
I am not sure words can really describe how much flavor is packed into this dish. Don’t be fooled by the list of ingredients. This recipe is on your table in 30 minutes (or less) which is a HUGE bonus too. I serve it over cauliflower rice but, of course, you can do regular rice if you prefer.
Ingredients for Coconut Curry Chicken:
Marinade:
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground pepper
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
Other Ingredients:
2 Tbsp coconut oil
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger
1 tsp turmeric
2 tsp ground coriander
2 tsp curry powder
1 14.5 oz can fire roasted, petite diced tomatoes
1 can full fat coconut milk
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
Let’s Make It:
1. In a large bowl, combine 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp ground pepper, 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper and 1/4 cup lemon juice. Add chicken pieces and toss to combine. Marinate for 10 minutes. Remove chicken and discard marinade.
2. In a large skillet, heat 1 Tbsp coconut oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 5 minutes or until no longer pink (they do not need to be fully cooked). Transfer to plate.
3. Heat remaining coconut oil in skillet. Add onion and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and ginger. Cook for 1 minute. Stir in turmeric, coriander and curry powder. Cook for an additional minute or until fragrant.
4. Stir in tomatoes, with juices, coconut milk and chicken. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked. Remove from heat and stir in 2 Tbsp lemon juice and 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper.
This is seriously my new favorite recipe! I haven’t told Mathlete yet but it is on our weekly menu for every week until the end of Whole30. I need some way to use up the curry powder I got from Costco last week. Hope he doesn’t get tired of it. 😉
Thai Coconut Curry Chicken
A quick and easy dinner recipe that is full of flavor while also being Whole30 compliant!
Ingredients
Marinade
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground pepper
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
Other Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp coconut oil
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1 (14.5 oz) can fire roasted, petite diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) full fat coconut milk
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine marinade ingredients. Toss to combine. Marinate for 10 minutes. Remove chicken and discard marinade.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 Tbsp coconut oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 5 minutes or until no longer pink (they do not need to be fully cooked). Transfer to a plate.
- Heat remaining coconut oil in skillet. Add onion and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; cook for an additional 1 minute. Stir in turmeric, coriander, and curry powder. Cook for an additional 1 minutes or until fragrant.
- Stir in tomatoes, with juices, coconut milk, and chicken pieces. Bring mixture to a boil and then reduce heat to simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and stir in 2 Tbsp lemon juice and 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 238Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 285mgCarbohydrates: 7gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 20g
Please note the nutritional values are estimates only.
See all the steps to make this amazing dish in the video below!
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says
This looks and sounds so good! Thanks for sharing on the What’s for Dinner link up!
ItalianBelly says
Found you on Turn it Up Tuesday. I’ll be making this recipe tonight, so thank you for that idea! Can’t wait to try it out…
Shannah Coe says
Thanks so much for stopping by!
Smiling Notes says
Looks so rich and delicious! I can’t wait to try it out! Thanks for joining us at the Family joy blog link up party. Pinned 🙂
Ashley says
This looks amazing – I can almost smell it just looking at it! 🙂 Pinning to make next week!
Cristina at Ava's Alphabet says
Yum! This recipe looks mouth-watering good! I love a good curry. Pinned and sharing. Thank you for joining us at Family Joy Blog Link-Up Party. I hope you will join our next party starting Sunday at noon EST.
Colleen says
This is a chicken curry I would gladly eat…no matter what diet I’m on!
Dave says
Looks great and super-easy too – I might have to give this a go! #SaucySaturdays
Heidi Washburn says
This looks delish! Thanks for sharing on Funtastic Friday!
Miz Helen says
Your Coconutu Curry Chicken looks fabulous! Hope you are enjoying your day and thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with us at Full Plate Thursday!
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Miz Helen
Theresa @DearCreatives says
Looks yummy! Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party. Pinned & Shared.
Regan says
This recipe looks delicious and simple! Featuring this week on Family Fun Friday, thanks for linking up!
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Jenna @ A Savory Feast says
I’ve had a can of coconut milk in my pantry for awhile now and need to use it. This sounds awesome!
Shannah Coe says
Grab that can and get cooking! We actually had this again last night and everyone still loved it.
Sam @ The Culinary Compass says
I love the coconut and curry combination in this! So full of flavor!
Thai food says
Hi Auther!
i really like your post. keep making information like this.
Regards:
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