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Coconut Milk Chicken

Coconut Milk Chicken
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Coconut Milk Chicken is a soothing and flavorful dish that brings the warm tastes of coconut and spices right to your dinner table. This quick weeknight recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, features tender chicken poached in a rich coconut sauce infused with ginger, garlic, and red curry paste. It’s perfect for family meals or entertaining guests, and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or fresh vegetables. The mild flavors appeal to all ages, making it an instant favorite that can easily be adapted to suit your personal taste or pantry staples. With its creamy texture and aromatic spices, this Coconut Milk Chicken promises to warm both hearts and bellies.

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil (or canola oil)
  • 1 Onion (diced)
  • 1 Tablespoon Fresh Ginger (minced)
  • 4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
  • 1 Red Chili (minced)
  • (2) 14-ounce cans Coconut Milk
  • 2 to 3 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 3 Tablespoons Red Curry Paste
  • 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 1/2 lbs. Chicken Breast (sliced)
  • Cilantro, Chili Oil or Chili Crunch, Scallions, Fresh Lime
  • Steamed Rice

Instructions

  1. Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 4-5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add minced ginger, garlic, and red chili; cook until fragrant.
  3. Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and red curry paste; stir to combine.
  4. Add sliced chicken breast to the mixture and gently simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Remove from heat and let the chicken rest before serving with lime juice and garnishes.

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