Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken Curry Recipe

Name: Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 3 tablespoons red curry paste; 3 teaspoons sambal oelek (chili paste); 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into small chunks; 2 cups coconut milk; 3 tablespoons fish sauce; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter; steamed cooked jasmine rice; crushed peanuts; lime

Servings: persons

1
In a medium saute pan saute peanut oil, red curry and sambal over med. heat for a few minutes.
2
Add the chicken and cook through.
3
Add coconut milk, fish sauce, brown sugar and peanut butter.
4
Simmer about 10 minutes.
5
Serve over steamed Jasmine rice.
6
Top with fresh lime juice and crushed peanuts.
7
Tip: If you are worried about the heat, just add half of the curry and sambal in the first step. Try it after everything has been added and if it's not spicy enough you can then add more curry. If then you want it more spicy you can add more sambal, the sambal is more spicy than the curry.

507

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Fat

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons peanut oil, 3 tablespoons red curry paste, 3 teaspoons sambal oelek (chili paste), 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into small chunks, and more.

Yes, Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken Curry falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

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

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken Curry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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