Description
Ground Chicken Thai Green Curry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dinner that combines tender ground chicken, creamy coconut milk, fragrant green curry paste, and crisp vegetables. Ready in under 30 minutes, this authentic Thai-inspired curry delivers bold spices and fresh herbs in a comforting one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 500g ground chicken (1 lb)
Aromatics
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
Paste & Liquids
- 2 tablespoons green curry paste
- 400ml (1 can) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small zucchini, chopped
- 100g green beans, trimmed and cut in half
Herbs & Garnishes
- Handful fresh Thai basil leaves
- Optional garnishes: chopped cilantro, thinly sliced red chilies, lime wedges
Other
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (vegetable or coconut oil)
Instructions
- Prepare the Aromatics: Finely chop the garlic and shallots. Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté the garlic and shallots until fragrant and translucent, creating a flavorful base for the curry.
- Cook the Ground Chicken: Add the ground chicken to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink, allowing it to absorb the aromatic flavors.
- Add Green Curry Paste: Stir in the green curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until the aromas bloom and the flavors penetrate the chicken.
- Pour in Coconut Milk and Simmer: Slowly pour in the coconut milk while stirring to combine smoothly. Bring to a gentle simmer and let it thicken slightly as the flavors meld together.
- Add Vegetables and Seasonings: Toss in the sliced bell pepper, chopped zucchini, green beans, fish sauce, and lime juice. Simmer until the vegetables are tender yet still vibrant in color.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs: Turn off the heat and stir in fresh Thai basil leaves to add a fragrant, peppery brightness that enhances the dish.
Notes
- Use fresh or high-quality green curry paste for the best authentic flavor.
- Do not overcook vegetables; keep them slightly crisp to retain texture and nutrients.
- Taste and adjust fish sauce, lime juice, and a pinch of sugar to balance salty, sour, and sweet flavors.
- Toast the curry paste in oil before adding liquids to unlock deeper aromas.
- Serve immediately for the freshest and brightest curry flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg