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.
Calories
350
Protein
28g
Total Time
35 min
Difficulty
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.