THAI TOM KHa GAI Recipe

Name: THAI TOM KHa GAI
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups low sodium chicken broth; 2 pieces lemongrass, root end, 4 inch pieces crushed. Use rolling pin; 1 piece gingerroot (2 inches); 3 garlic cloves, minced; 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced; 2 teaspoons sriracha sauce; 1 lb broccoli floret; 34 lb chicken breast, boneless, skinless, cut into 3/4 inch pieces; 1 sweet red pepper, cored, seeded and cut into matchsticks; 1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk; ¼ cup fresh lime juice (about 3 whole limes); 2 tablespoons fish sauce (I use the TIPAROS brand); 1 -2 scallions (optional) or 1 -2 green onion, sliced (optional)

Servings: persons

4 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 pieces lemongrass, root end, 4 inch pieces crushed. Use rolling pin
1 piece gingerroot (2 inches)
3 garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 teaspoons sriracha sauce
1 lb broccoli floret
34 lb chicken breast, boneless, skinless, cut into 3/4 inch pieces
1 sweet red pepper, cored, seeded and cut into matchsticks
1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk
¼ cup fresh lime juice (about 3 whole limes)
2 tablespoons fish sauce (I use the TIPAROS brand)
1 -2 scallions (optional) or 1 -2 green onion, sliced (optional)

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Heat chicken broth in a large pot over medium-high heat.
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Add lemongrass and ginger.
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Simmer 5 mins, until fragrant.
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Reduce heat to retain simmer; add garlic, mushrooms and chile sauce.
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Cover and cook 5 minutes.
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Stir in broccoli, chicken, sweet red pepper and coconut milk.
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Simmer 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
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Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and fish sauce.
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Ladle into bowls and top with scallions/green onions, if using.

6993

kcal

Calories

165

Fat

Carbs

1282

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups low sodium chicken broth, 2 pieces lemongrass, root end, 4 inch pieces crushed. Use rolling pin, 1 piece gingerroot (2 inches), 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, THAI TOM KHa GAI falls under the Seafood 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!

THAI TOM KHa GAI

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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