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Coconut braised chicken thighs

October 2, 2020 by Alida Ryder 1 Comment

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Slow braised chicken thighs in an aromatic red curry coconut sauce. A super simple recipe that delivers punchy flavors!

Coconut braised chicken thighs with cilantro.

Ingredients

Full recipe + amounts can be found in the recipe card below. 

  • Chicken thighs. Any bone-in chicken pieces can be used. I suggest drumsticks or chicken legs for the most flavor.
  • Coconut milk. 
  • Red curry paste. 
  • Ginger. 
  • Garlic. 
  • Lemon/lime juice. 
  • Soy sauce. 
  • Coriander/cilantro, to serve.
  • Rice, to serve.

Ingredients for braised chicken thighs

How to make braised chicken thighs

  1. Make the sauce: Combine coconut milk, red curry pasta, ginger, garlic, lemon/lime juice and soy sauce in a bowl and whisk well until smooth. Taste the sauce and make sure that it’s well-seasoned. Adjust if necessary by adding more soy sauce or lemon juice.
  2. Cook the chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a large, deep pan (make sure it’s oven-proof). Pour the coconut sauce over the chicken and place in the oven. Allow to braise for 30-45 minutes, basting with the sauce once or twice while cooking, until the chicken is soft and caramelized.
  3. Finish and serve: Remove from the oven, squeeze over more lemon/lime juice if preferred. Scatter over fresh coriander/cilantro and serve with steamed rice.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, absolutely. The chicken can be braised and kept covered in the fridge a day ahead. Reheat over medium heat, adding a splash of water if the sauce splits.

What to serve with braised chicken

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  2. Almond, lemon and parsley pilaf rice
  3. Easy side salad with lemon dressing

Coconut braised chicken thighs with rice.

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Coconut braised chicken thighs

Coconut braised chicken thighs

Slow braised chicken thighs in an aromatic red curry coconut sauce. A super simple recipe that delivers punchy flavors!
4.34 from 6 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 - 6
Calories: 246kcal
Author: Alida Ryder

Ingredients

  • 400 g (14oz) coconut milk
  • 2-3 tbsp (approx 70g) red curry paste
  • 2 tsp grated ginger
  • 4 garlic cloves crushed
  • 2 tsp lemon / lime juice
  • 1-2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 8 chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • fresh coriander / cilantro to serve
  • steamed rice to serve

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F.
  • Combine coconut milk, red curry pasta, ginger, garlic, lemon/lime juice and soy sauce in a bowl and whisk well until smooth.
  • Taste the sauce and make sure that it's well-seasoned. Adjust if necessary by adding more soy sauce or lemon juice.
  • Place the chicken thighs in a large, deep pan (make sure it's oven-proof). Pour the coconut sauce over the chicken and place in the oven.
  • Allow to braise for 30-45 minutes, basting with the sauce once or twice while cooking, until the chicken is soft and caramelized.
  •  Remove from the oven, squeeze over more lemon/lime juice if preferred.
  • Scatter over fresh coriander/cilantro and serve with steamed rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 358mg | Potassium: 384mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 812IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Sabrina

    October 4, 2020 at 1:36 AM

    very nice, a nice new chicken recipe for me, love especially that its easy, thank you!

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