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Published: August 5, 2021 Last Modified: August 5, 2021 By Sara 11 Comments

Thai Chicken Curry

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This Thai chicken curry is pieces of tender chicken and colorful vegetables, all simmered together in a coconut red curry sauce.

This Thai chicken curry is pieces of tender chicken and colorful vegetables, all simmered together in a coconut red curry sauce. A homemade version of the restaurant favorite that’s easy to make and tastes authentic!

When I go to my local Thai restaurant, I always order a variety of dishes including cucumber salad, peanut noodles and chicken curry. I’ve learned to make my own Thai chicken curry at home, and I think it’s even better than what you’d get when eating out.

This Thai chicken curry is pieces of tender chicken and colorful vegetables, all simmered together in a coconut red curry sauce. This Thai chicken curry is pieces of tender chicken and colorful vegetables, all simmered together in a coconut red curry sauce.

A bowl of Thai chicken curry topped with fresh basil.

This Thai chicken curry has become a weekday staple in my house. It has minimal ingredients, and is a great way to use up any leftover vegetables you have on hand. Add a side of steamed rice and you’ll have an easy dinner that everyone will love.

How do you make Thai chicken curry?

This recipe starts with chicken thighs, which are cut into pieces and browned in a pan. Add onions, garlic and ginger to the cooked chicken, and cook until they’re softened. The next step is to add the vegetables, then cook until they’re tender. Add coconut milk and red curry paste to the pan, then let everything simmer. Stir in seasonings and fresh basil leaves, then serve the curry over rice and enjoy.

Bowls of diced chicken, vegetables and seasonings.

Tips for the perfect curry

  • I use store bought jarred red curry paste instead of making my own. It has plenty of great flavor, and saves a ton of prep time.
  • Use full fat coconut milk in this dish. Light coconut milk will make the end product watery and not as flavorful.
  • Start your rice at the same time as you begin the curry, then everything will be done at the same time.
  • Don’t skip the brown sugar, it really balances out the flavors in the dish.
  • I prefer to use chicken thighs in this dish because they’re less likely to dry out, and they have more flavor. That being said, you can use sliced chicken breast if you prefer.
  • Store any leftover curry in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • This recipe calls for baby corn, which comes in a can and is found in the international foods aisle or canned vegetable aisle.
  • I don’t recommend freezing this dish, as the sauce can curdle and separate when thawed.

Seared chicken pieces in a skillet.

What do you serve with Thai curry?

Steamed white rice is the most common accompaniment to Thai curry. That being said, there are plenty of other options such as brown rice, rice noodles, coconut rice or quinoa.

Sauteed chicken, carrots and bell peppers.

Thai chicken curry flavor variations

This recipe is delicious as written, but you can add other ingredients to the mix to customize it to your tastes.

  • Protein: Swap out the chicken for tofu cubes, shrimp or seared flank steak.
  • Curry: Instead of red curry paste, use green curry paste for a spicier dish.
  • Vegetables: I recommend using carrots, bell peppers, baby corn and bamboo shoots as those are the vegetables that my local restaurant uses. That being said, you can really use any variety of vegetables such as potatoes, eggplant, celery, spinach or butternut squash.
  • Herbs: Try thinly sliced lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves or cilantro instead of basil.

A pan of Thai chicken curry in a creamy red sauce with vegetables.

This Thai chicken curry is so good, you’ll never need to call for take out again!

More Thai favorites to try

  • Sweet Chili Chicken
  • Thai Fried Rice
  • Cashew Chicken
  • Peanut Chicken
  • Thai Fish Cakes

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A bowl of Thai chicken curry topped with fresh basil.
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Thai Chicken Curry

This Thai chicken curry is pieces of tender chicken and colorful vegetables, all simmered together in a coconut red curry sauce. A homemade version of the restaurant favorite that's easy to make and tastes authentic!
Course Main
Cuisine Asian
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 456kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into bite sized pieces
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup onion thinly sliced
  • 2 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons ginger minced
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded, cored and cut into strips
  • 3 carrots peeled and thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
  • 14 ounce can coconut milk full fat
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup bamboo shoots
  • 3/4 cup canned baby corn halved
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons lime juice
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves Thai basil if available, plus more for garnish
  • steamed rice for serving

Instructions

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium high heat.
  • Add the chicken to the pan in a single layer. Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the carrots and bell peppers to the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until softened. Season the vegetables with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the curry paste to the pan and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Pour the coconut milk into the pan. Add the brown sugar and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer.
  • Add the bamboo shoots and baby corn to the pan and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the soy sauce, lime juice and basil leaves. Serve immediately over steamed rice. Garnish with additional basil if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 456kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 427mg | Potassium: 846mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 10106IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 5mg
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    Comments

    1. Colleen says

      August 28, 2021 at 4:15 pm

      5 stars
      Followed the recipe exactly as written…..delicious!!! I will definitely be adding this one to the dinner rotation. It’s a keeper!

      Reply
    2. Natalie says

      August 23, 2021 at 2:07 am

      5 stars
      Such a delicious chicken curry. Looks amazing. I will definitely give your recipe a try.

      Reply
    3. Maria says

      August 23, 2021 at 1:52 am

      5 stars
      Thai food is flavorful! Especially when its curry. I love the blend of the curry flavor and the coconut milk <3 I'm trying your recipe.

      Reply
    4. Tavo says

      August 23, 2021 at 1:39 am

      5 stars
      We love Thai and this recipe was amazing! Thanks!

      Reply
    5. Danii says

      August 22, 2021 at 11:55 pm

      5 stars
      Thai food is my absolute favourite. So fragrant and delicious.

      Reply
    6. veenaazmanov says

      August 22, 2021 at 11:43 pm

      5 stars
      I love Thai food. LOve the flavor and the creaminess of the Coconut Juice. One Happy Meal for sure.

      Reply
    7. Angela says

      August 13, 2021 at 12:51 pm

      5 stars
      Thai chicken curry is one of my favorite meals of all time! You recipe is absolute perfection and so much better than take out!

      Reply
    8. Teodora Grujic says

      August 13, 2021 at 12:07 pm

      I like all kinds of Curry, and can’t wait to try this one! Thank you for the recipe!

      Reply
    9. Alisa Infanti says

      August 13, 2021 at 11:57 am

      5 stars
      I love how easy this recipe is to make and even more so that it is all done in one pan!

      Reply
    10. Kristen says

      August 13, 2021 at 11:45 am

      5 stars
      This chicken curry was amazing! My whole family loved it. Thank you for the great recipe!

      Reply
    11. Tara Teaspoon says

      August 13, 2021 at 11:09 am

      5 stars
      The veggies cooked in the red curry sauce won me over! Tastes amazing.

      Reply

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