Coconut Curry Chicken

• annokset: 4 servings
• aktiivinen aika: 15 minutes
• kokonaisaika: 45 minutes

Ainekset

1 cup basmati rice

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch chunks)

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil

1 medium shallot (diced)

3 tablespoons tomato paste

3 tablespoons red curry paste

3 cloves garlic (minced)

1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger

1 (12-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk

1/2 cup chicken stock

1 medium red bell pepper (chopped)

1 medium yellow bell pepper (chopped)

3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves

1 tablespoon chopped fresh Thai basil leaves

1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice

Ohjeet

In a large saucepan of 1 1 /2 cups water, cook rice according to package instructions; set aside.

Season chicken with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.

Heat olive oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chicken and shallot, and cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is evenly browned, about 6-8 minutes.

Stir in tomato paste, red curry paste, garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Stir in coconut milk and chicken stock; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until slightly reduced, about 7-10 minutes.

Stir in bell peppers until softened, about 5-8 minutes.

Stir in cilantro, basil and lime juice; season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Serve warm over rice.

Muistiinpanot

Use full fat coconut milk. Although lite coconut milk can certainly be used, full fat coconut milk will yield a much more rich and creamy broth.

What brand of red curry paste do you recommend?

We personally love Mae Ploy (contains shrimp paste). Thai Kitchen is also great, and more readily available at most grocery stores.

What can I substitute for the Thai basil leaves?

If you cannot find Thai basil, a combination of sweet basil and mint leaves gets very close!

How can I store leftovers?

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.

Is this freezer-friendly?

We do not recommend freezing this as coconut milk tends to separate when frozen.