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Coconut Curry Chicken and Rice Noodles

Coconut Curry Chicken and Rice Noodles for a Quick Flavor Boost

Enjoy a delightful Coconut Curry Chicken and Rice Noodles that's quick to prepare and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon Canola or vegetable oil
For the Saucy Goodness
  • 1 can Coconut milk Opt for full-fat for richness
  • 2 tablespoons Red curry paste Adjust for heat level
  • 2 cloves Garlic cloves Fresh preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce Low-sodium optional
For the Vegetable Medley
  • 2 cups Broccoli
  • 1 cup Shredded carrots Optional
  • 1 cup Diced pineapple Optional
For the Rice Noodles
  • 8 ounces Rice noodles
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro leaves Optional
  • to taste Sriracha Optional

Equipment

  • Wok or large pan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse the rice noodles in cool water, soak in hot water for 45-60 minutes, drain and set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sauté until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Remove chicken; in the same pan, add broccoli, shredded carrots, and optional diced pineapple. Stir-fry for 5 minutes, then remove.
  4. Add the remaining oil, coconut milk, red curry paste, minced garlic, and optional sriracha. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Toss the prepared rice noodles in the sauce, then return chicken and vegetables until heat through, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Plate, garnishing with cilantro leaves. Optionally serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, soak noodles until just shy of fully cooked. Adjust spice levels and use fresh ingredients when possible.

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