Easy Coconut Chicken in a Flavorful Thai-Inspired Sauce

Easy Coconut Chicken is a quick and delicious Thai-inspired dish that’s better than takeout. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to a perfectly creamy sauce every time. The golden chicken pieces and the rich, coconutty sauce will make your kitchen smell amazing and your family beg for seconds. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Strawberry Earthquake Cake Recipe for Dessert Lovers and Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken Recipe for Dinner.

What You'll Need for Easy Coconut Chicken in a Flavorful Thai-Inspired Sauce

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1/4 cup fish sauce
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp red curry paste
• 1 tbsp garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Red pepper flakes, optional
• Optional: Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Optional: Green onions, sliced
• Optional: Lime wedges

How to Make Easy Coconut Chicken in a Flavorful Thai-Inspired Sauce

1. Step 1: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Step 2: In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat until browned. Remove and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, combine coconut milk, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, curry paste, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a boil.
4. Step 4: Reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
6. Step 6: Serve hot, garnished with cilantro, green onions, and lime wedges. Enjoy!

Storing & Reheating Easy Coconut Chicken in a Flavorful Thai-Inspired Sauce

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the sauce ahead of time and add chicken just before serving.

Freezing Easy Coconut Chicken in a Flavorful Thai-Inspired Sauce

Freeze cooked chicken in the sauce for up to 2 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
• Best substitution: Substitute chicken with shrimp for a different twist.
• Make-ahead: The sauce can be made ahead of time and reheated before adding the chicken.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, let it simmer longer. If it's too thick, add a little more coconut milk.

Easy Coconut Chicken in a Flavorful Thai-Inspired Sauce

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

20 mins

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Total

30 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1/4 cup fish sauce
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp red curry paste
• 1 tbsp garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced

Seasonings

• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Red pepper flakes, optional

Optional Toppings

• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Green onions, sliced
• Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Step 2: In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat until browned. Remove and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, combine coconut milk, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, curry paste, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a boil.
4. Step 4: Reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
6. Step 6: Serve hot, garnished with cilantro, green onions, and lime wedges. Enjoy!

Notes

• Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
• Best substitution: Substitute chicken with shrimp for a different twist.
• Make-ahead: The sauce can be made ahead of time and reheated before adding the chicken.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, let it simmer longer. If it's too thick, add a little more coconut milk.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken in the sauce for up to 2 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
• Make ahead: Prepare the sauce ahead of time and add chicken just before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 18g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 1500mg
• Cholesterol: 75mg
• Sat. Fat: 12g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Coconut Chicken in a Flavorful Thai-Inspired Sauce and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!