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Skinny Thai Green Chicken Curry

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Skinny Thai Green Chicken Curry is a lighter take on the classic Thai curry, featuring tender chicken in a fragrant coconut broth with green curry paste and fresh vegetables. A healthier, flavorful dish that’s perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

  1. 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
    1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil
    1 small onion, sliced
    1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
    1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
    2 tbsp Thai green curry paste
    1 can (14 oz) light coconut milk
    ½ cup chicken broth
    1 tbsp fish sauce
    1 tbsp lime juice
    1 tsp grated fresh ginger
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    ½ tsp turmeric
    ½ tsp cumin
    Salt and pepper, to taste
    Fresh basil or cilantro, for garnish
    Cooked jasmine rice or cauliflower rice, for serving (optional)

Instructions

Heat olive oil or coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

  1. In the same skillet, add the onion, bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook for 4-5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in the green curry paste, garlic, and ginger, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the coconut milk, chicken broth, fish sauce, lime juice, turmeric, and cumin. Stir everything together, scraping up any bits stuck to the pan.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the chicken is heated through and coated in the sauce.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or extra lime juice as needed.
  7. Serve the curry over cooked jasmine rice or cauliflower rice and garnish with fresh basil or cilantro.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add sliced Thai bird’s eye chilies or a dash of chili flakes to increase the heat level.
  • Swap the chicken for tofu, tempeh, or extra vegetables like mushrooms and eggplant for a vegetarian version.
  • For a low-carb option, serve with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles instead of regular rice.
  • Add a tablespoon of peanut butter or almond butter for a creamier texture and flavor.

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