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Thai Yellow Chicken Curry with Potatoes

A rich and flavorful Thai-inspired yellow curry made with tender chicken, golden potatoes, onions, and a creamy coconut curry sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai-Inspired
Keyword: Thai Yellow Chicken Curry
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 19 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

For the Curry:

  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • ½ yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ¼ cup yellow curry paste (see notes for store-bought options)
  • 10  baby Yukon gold potatoes, halved or cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 can (14-ounce) can unsweetened coconut cream or coconut milk
  • ½-1 cup water or broth (adjust for desired consistency)
  • A generous pinch of salt
  • 2 tsp fish sauce (optional)
  • 1-2 tbsp brown sugar (optional)

For Serving:

  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 cups uncooked jasmine rice

Instructions

Sauté Aromatics & Chicken:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-low heat. Add the onions and cook until softened and fragrant. Add the chicken and curry paste, stirring to coat. Sauté for 3-5 minutes.

Simmer the Curry:

  • Add the potatoes, coconut cream, and ½ cup water or broth. Season with salt and stir to combine. Let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Add more liquid as needed to reach your desired sauce consistency.

Enhance the Flavor:

  • Stir in the fish sauce and brown sugar to balance the flavors. Taste and adjust as needed.

Serve & Enjoy:

  •  Serve hot over jasmine rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • Curry Paste: If using store-bought yellow curry paste, such as Maesri, start with 2-3 tablespoons instead of ¼ cup.
  • Coconut Cream vs. Coconut Milk: Coconut cream is thicker and richer than coconut milk, but either works in this recipe.
  • Thicker Sauce: For a thicker consistency, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water and stir into the simmering curry.
  • Cooking Rice: Follow package instructions for perfectly fluffy jasmine rice.

Nutrition

Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1467g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 394mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 102IU | Vitamin C: 67mg | Iron: 3mg
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