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Thai Green Chicken Curry Recipe
4.6 from 30 votes

Thai Green Chicken Curry Recipe

Creamy and spicy Thai Green Chicken Curry is the best recipe to cozy up with! Coconut milk and homemade curry paste create a thick base and add amazing flavor to chicken, zucchini, carrots, and peppers.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 259 kcal
Course: Main Course, Dinner
Cuisine: Thai

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 carrot peeled and thinly sliced on the bias
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 recipe green curry paste about 1/3 cup of homemade*
  • 1 pound chicken breast cut into ½-inch slices
  • 1 zucchini cut into ¼-inch slices on the bias
  • 15 ounces coconut milk canned, full-fat or lite
  • 1 cup chicken broth regular sodium
  • 1-2 teasspoon soy sauce gluten-free Tamari or coconut liquid aminos
  • ½ teaspoon salt to taste*
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice plus more for serving
  • basil optional, fresh
  • cilantro optional, fresh
  • white rice

Instructions

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  1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, add oil and carrots. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add sliced bell pepper and paste. Continue sautéing for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  3. Pour in coconut milk and broth. Add chicken and zucchini. Stir to combine and cover pot with a lid.
  4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Stir in soy sauce, salt, and lime juice.
  6. Serve with fresh basil or cilantro over rice or cauliflower rice and enjoy!

Notes

  • Meat: Substitute tofu or chickpeas for the chicken.
  • Prep-Ahead: Make up this curry in advance for an easy heat and serve meal.
  • Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
  • Freezing: Place leftovers in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 6 months.
  • Reheating: Warm on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Nutrition Information

Calories 259kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 58mg (19%) Sodium 624mg (26%) Potassium 643mg (14%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 6997IU (140%) Vitamin C 44mg (49%) Calcium 26mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 259

% Daily Value*

Calories 259kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 21g 42%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 58mg 19%
Sodium 624mg 26%
Potassium 643mg 14%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 6997IU 140%
Vitamin C 44mg 49%
Calcium 26mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.