## Aromatic Thai Green Curry with Chicken
Welcome to a culinary journey that’s bursting with flavor and color! This Thai Green Curry with Chicken is a perfect weeknight dinner that’s both comforting and exciting. It brings the vibrant tastes of Thailand right to your kitchen, offering a delightful balance of spice, creamy coconut milk, and tender chicken, all packed with fresh vegetables.
*Ingredients Needed*
* 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
* 500g boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sliced into bite-sized pieces
* 1 small red onion, sliced
* 1/3 cup green curry paste (or more, to taste)
* 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 400 ml canned coconut milk
* 3/4 cup chicken stock
* 1 medium green or yellow capsicum (bell pepper), sliced
* 150g green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch lengths
* 2-3 teaspoons fish sauce
* 1 teaspoon sugar
* 1 lime, cut into wedges
* A handful of fresh basil leaves (optional)
* Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
*Step By Step Making*
1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until it’s browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
2. Add the sliced red onion to the skillet and cook until it softens, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the green curry paste, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly.
4. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken stock. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
5. Add the sliced capsicum and green beans to the simmering sauce. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in the fish sauce and sugar. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7. If using, stir in the fresh basil leaves just before serving.
8. Serve the Thai Green Curry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges on the side. It’s wonderful served with jasmine rice.
*Nutritional Value*
A typical serving of Thai Green Curry with Chicken contains approximately 496 calories, 42g of protein, and 52g of carbohydrates. Some variations may have around 395 calories with 28 grams of protein and 22 grams of carbohydrates.
*Health Benefits*
Thai Green Curry is packed with beneficial ingredients. The fresh herbs and spices like lemongrass, galangal, and chilies are rich in antioxidants, which help fight off bad cells in your body. These ingredients can also support digestion, boost your immune system, and have anti-inflammatory properties. Coconut milk provides healthy fats that give you energy, and the chicken offers a good source of protein for strength. The chilies contain capsaicin, which has healing properties and may even have anti-cancer compounds.
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