How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Instant Pot® Red Thai Curry Chicken?

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon cooking oil, 2 tablespoons red curry paste, or more to taste, 1 1/2 pounds thin chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips, 1 (14 ounce) can unsweetened light coconut milk, and more.

Is Instant Pot® Red Thai Curry Chicken suitable as meat & poultry?

Yes, Instant Pot® Red Thai Curry Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Instant Pot® Red Thai Curry Chicken?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Instant Pot® Red Thai Curry Chicken Recipe

Name: Instant Pot® Red Thai Curry Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon cooking oil; 2 tablespoons red curry paste, or more to taste; 1 1/2 pounds thin chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips; 1 (14 ounce) can unsweetened light coconut milk; 1 tablespoon fish sauce, or more to taste; 1 tablespoon palm sugar; 1 cup sliced yellow onion; 1 cup sliced red bell pepper; 1 cup sliced yellow bell pepper; 1 cup sliced orange bell pepper

Try this homemade Instant Pot® Red Thai Curry Chicken recipe the whole family will love. Made with cooking oil, red curry, chicken breasts and milk. Eas…

This Instant Pot® Red Thai Curry Chicken relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as cooking oil, fish sauce, or more to taste, palm sugar and sliced yellow onion. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 423 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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