Thai Jungle Curry Chicken
A fiery, herbaceous Thai curry with tender chicken, long beans, and fresh basil in a coconut-free broth that tastes like the jungle itself. Ready in 35 minutes with minimal prep.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes. Trim long beans and cut into 2-inch pieces.
Step 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, ~90 seconds.
Step 3
Add garlic and fresh chilies, cook until fragrant, ~45 seconds.
Step 4
Stir in curry paste, coating the aromatics. Cook for 1 minute without browning.
Step 5
Add chicken pieces, stirring to coat with curry paste, ~2 minutes.
Step 6
Pour in stock. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low.
Step 7
Simmer 12 minutes until chicken is cooked through and reaches 165°F.
Step 8
Add long beans and fish sauce. Simmer 4 minutes until beans are tender-crisp.
Step 9
Stir in basil just before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch) or wide saucepan
- cutting board and knife
- wooden spoon
- meat thermometer
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