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Thai Red Chicken Curry

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Thai Red Chicken Curry is a creamy, spicy, and aromatic curry made with red curry paste, coconut milk, tender chicken, and fresh vegetables. This quick one-pan dish brings the authentic flavors of Thailand right to your kitchen in under 30 minutes.

prep time 10 Mins
cook time 20 Mins
chef Ankita Singh
Thai Red Chicken Curry

Thai Red Chicken Curry is a classic Thai dish that perfectly balances spicy, sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. The base of the curry comes from a fragrant Thai red curry paste sautéed with garlic, ginger, and onions. Coconut milk gives it a luscious creaminess, while fish sauce and tamarind add depth and tang.

This curry is light yet indulgent, loaded with vegetables like bell peppers and broccoli that bring freshness and crunch to every bite. The chicken cooks directly in the curry, soaking up all the rich flavors.

Serve this comforting and colorful curry with jasmine rice or sticky rice, and you’ll have a restaurant-style Thai meal at home. It’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions when you want to impress with minimal effort.

Step 1

Prepare the Base

Heat oil in Cookware over medium-high heat.

 

Add garlic, ginger, and onion. Sauté for 1 minute until aromatic.

Preparing the base
Step 2

Cook the Curry Paste

Add Thai red curry paste and cook for 2-3 minutes on medium heat, stirring constantly until fragrant.

the Curry Paste
Step 3

Add Stock & Chicken

Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil.

 

Add chicken pieces, red bell peppers, and broccoli. Cook for 3-4 minutes.

adding Stock and chicken
Step 4

Finish the Curry

Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Simmer for 2 minutes.

 

Add tamarind paste and cook for 1 more minute.

Step 5

Garnish & Serve

Turn off the heat. Garnish with chopped coriander, red chili, and torn Thai basil leaves.

 

Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice.

Garnished and Served Thai chicken curry

Tips and Tricks

  1. Adjust spice level – Use more or less curry paste depending on how spicy you like your curry. 
  2. Vegetarian option – Replace chicken with tofu or mixed veggies, and swap fish sauce with soy sauce. 
  3. Richer flavor – Add a splash of lime juice before serving for extra zing. 
  4. Thicker curry – Simmer longer or reduce the stock quantity if you prefer a creamier curry. 
  5. Meal prep – Make the curry paste in bulk and freeze it for quick weekday meals. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, store-bought Thai red curry paste works perfectly. For a more authentic flavor, you can also make it at home.

Soy sauce or tamari are good alternatives for a vegetarian or vegan version.

 Snow peas, baby corn, carrots, or zucchini also work well in this curry.

 Use full-fat coconut milk instead of light versions for a richer, creamier curry.

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