How to Make Instant Pot® Red Thai Curry Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Red Thai curry is a classic and flavorful dish that is popular in Thai cuisine. It is known for its rich, creamy coconut milk base and bold, spicy flavors. This Instant Pot® Red Thai Curry Chicken recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy this delicious dish at home.

Using the Instant Pot® allows for the flavors to develop quickly, and the pressure cooking method ensures that the chicken is tender and juicy. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a satisfying and comfo...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste, or more to taste
  • 1 ½ pounds thin chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
  • 1 (14 ounce) can unsweetened light coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon palm sugar
  • 1 cup sliced yellow onion
  • 1 cup sliced red bell pepper
  • 1 cup sliced yellow bell pepper
  • 1 cup sliced orange bell pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 servings

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil and red curry paste to the hot pot; saute for 30 seconds. Add chicken and mix well with curry paste. Pour in coconut milk. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 2 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.
  • Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in fish sauce and palm sugar. Stir in onion and bell peppers until well combined. Select Saute function. Bring curry to a gentle boil and simmer for only 2 to 3 minutes to keep vegetables crunchy.
  • Nutrition

    383 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 78mg
    • Sodium: 597mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 114mg
    • Calcium: 36mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 383mg