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Basil Chicken with Coconut Curry Sauce

Basil Chicken with Coconut Curry Sauce: A Cozy Family Favorite

Basil Chicken with Coconut Curry Sauce is a quick, satisfying one-pan meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For browning the chicken.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Optional for crispy exterior.
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Coconut milk Full-fat recommended.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated.
  • 2 tablespoons Curry powder Essential for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Optional.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce or tamari Tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown sugar or honey To balance flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice Brightens the sauce.
  • 1 cup Fresh basil leaves Chopped.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Sliced bell peppers Adds crunch.
  • 1 cup Snow peas For added texture.
  • to taste Red pepper flakes or fresh chilies For heat.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper. Optionally, dust with cornstarch.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed. Sauté garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add curry powder and turmeric, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and basil. Mix and simmer to meld flavors.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes until fully cooked and absorbing flavors.
  7. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot over rice or noodles, garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with jasmine rice or cucumber salad for a complete meal. Customize with additional vegetables or proteins as desired.

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