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Bright & Herby Lemongrass Chicken Green Curry

A vibrant coconut chicken curry bursting with herbs and citrusy lemongrass.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Curry
  • 1 lb chicken thighs sliced
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 tbsp green curry paste
  • 2 stalks lemongrass minced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger grated
  • 14 oz coconut milk
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 zucchini sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 0.25 cup basil
  • 0.25 cup cilantro

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Cook curry paste until fragrant.
  3. Add lemongrass, garlic, and ginger and sauté.
  4. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and broth.
  6. Add fish sauce and sugar and simmer.
  7. Add vegetables and cook until tender.
  8. Stir in lime juice and herbs before serving.

Notes

Adjust spice level by increasing or decreasing curry paste. Fresh herbs added at the end keep flavors bright.