Thai Green Curry with Chicken (Kaeng Khiao Wan)
Authentic Thai green curry with rich coconut milk, aromatic herbs, and tender chicken. High in protein, bursting with flavor.
🔥350 Calories
💪28g Protein
⏱️35 min
👨🍳Medium
Ingredients
- 1200 g Chicken breast, sliced
- 2400 ml Coconut milk
- 32 tbsp Green curry paste
- 45 pieces Thai eggplant
- 51 cup Thai basil leaves
- 62 pieces Red chili
- 72 tbsp Fish sauce
- 81 tsp Palm sugar
- 93 leaves Kaffir lime leaves
Instructions
- 1
Fry cream of coconut with curry paste until fragrant and oil separates
- 2
Add chicken and stir until cooked through
- 3
Pour in remaining coconut milk, bring to a boil
- 4
Add eggplant, season with fish sauce and sugar
- 5
Add basil, lime leaves, chili, then turn off heat
💡Tips
- •Use chicken breast for lean protein, thigh for more tender texture
- •Reduce coconut milk by half to cut calories
- •Serve with brown rice for added fiber
- •Also delicious with rice noodles
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in Thai green curry?
One cup (250ml) of Thai green curry with chicken has about 200-250 calories (without rice), with 12-15g protein. Most of the fat comes from coconut milk.
Can I eat green curry while dieting?
Yes, with modifications: use less coconut milk, choose chicken breast, serve with brown rice, and eat smaller portions of the curry sauce.