Basil Chicken with Coconut Curry Sauce
Looking for a comforting and flavorful dish that’s quick to prepare? Basil Chicken with Coconut Curry Sauce is the perfect solution! This delightful recipe features tender chicken simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with fresh basil and aromatic spices. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this dish invites everyone to gather around the table and savor each bite. With its rich flavors and versatility, you’ll find yourself serving it over rice or alongside your favorite bread, making it a go-to favorite in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium red onion (chopped)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3–4 cups hot cooked rice
Instructions
- Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces and place in a bowl.
- Combine curry powder, salt, pepper, and chili powder; season chicken. Cover and marinate for 1-2 hours.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet; sauté onion, garlic, jalapeno, dried basil, and ginger until onion is translucent.
- Add marinated chicken; cook until no longer pink (5-6 minutes).
- In another bowl, whisk coconut milk, cream, and cornstarch; pour into skillet while stirring.
- Simmer until sauce thickens (5-10 minutes).
- Serve over hot cooked rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg