How to Make Thai Basil Chicken with Coconut Curry Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thai cuisine is known for its bold and complex flavors, and one dish that truly exemplifies this is Thai Basil Chicken with Coconut Curry Sauce. This dish is a perfect blend of aromatic herbs, spicy chilies, rich coconut milk, and tender chicken, creating a dish that is both comforting and full of vibrant flavors. Whether you're a long-time fan of Thai cuisine or looking to try something new, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home.

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
  • 3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
  • kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon green curry paste
  • 1 (15 ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup snow peas
  • 1 cup chopped shiitake mushrooms
  • ½ cup bamboo shoots
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • ½ lemon, juiced

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Heat sesame oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir chicken into onion mixture and season with salt and pepper. Mix in curry paste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Add coconut milk, red bell pepper, chicken broth, snow peas, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots. Season with cinnamon and stir well. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in basil and lemon juice.
  • Nutrition

    389 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 21g
    • Cholesterol: 50mg
    • Sodium: 533mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 69mg
    • Calcium: 68mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 589mg