Skillet Chicken with Snap Peas, Mushrooms, and Coconut Curry

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Skillet Chicken with Snap Peas, Mushrooms, and Coconut Curry
30 min.
2
6534kcal

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Indulge in a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Southeast Asia right to your kitchen with our Skillet Chicken with Snap Peas, Mushrooms, and Coconut Curry. This recipe is not only a feast for the senses but also boasts a perfect health score of 100, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a nutritious meal without compromising on taste.

Imagine tender, juicy chicken breasts simmered in a rich coconut milk sauce, infused with aromatic Thai curry paste and complemented by the earthy flavors of oyster mushrooms. The addition of crisp snap peas adds a delightful crunch, while a fresh salad of bean sprouts, watercress, and cilantro provides a refreshing contrast. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, enhanced by a hint of lime and the subtle heat of jalapeño.

This dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, it serves two and is sure to impress your family or guests. With a caloric breakdown that prioritizes healthy fats and lean protein, you can enjoy this delicious meal guilt-free. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to savor a bowl of comfort that’s as wholesome as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • cup bean sprouts 
  • 13  coconut milk canned
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves 
  • tablespoon fish sauce 
  • tablespoon garlic clove minced
  •  jalapeno thinly sliced
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • servings lime wedges for serving
  • cup chicken stock low sodium homemade store-bought
  • pound oyster mushrooms 
  • 1.5 tablespoons curry paste green red
  •  spring onion light white green thinly sliced
  • pound chicken breast boneless skinless
  • cups sugar snap peas 
  • 0.3 teaspoon sugar 
  • 1.5 tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 cup watercress 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until just smoking.
  2. Add the mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 2 to 3 minutes. Lower heat to medium and add garlic. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Add curry paste and cook, stirring, until fragrant, another 30 seconds.
  4. Add the stock and coconut milk and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Add the chicken breasts and adjust the heat to maintain a simmer. Cook until the chicken has cooked through, 16 to 20 minutes, turning over halfway.
  6. Remove chicken from the pan and place on a small plate until cool enough to handle.
  7. Meanwhile, reduce heat under skillet to low and add the snap peas. When chicken is cool enough to handle, shred into bite-sized chunks with fingers.
  8. Add the chicken back to the pan. Continue cooking until snap peas are just cooked through but still crunchy, about 2 minutes. Stir in half of fish sauce
  9. Toss beansprouts, watercress, cilantro, scallions, jalapeño, lime juice, sugar, and remaining fish sauce in a medium bowl.
  10. Transfer curry to serving bowls, top with salad, and serve immediately, passing more lime wedges tableside.

Nutrition Facts

Calories6534kcal
Protein7.17%
Fat82.53%
Carbs10.3%

Properties

Glycemic Index
146.05
Glycemic Load
1.06
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
81.519565333491%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
1.1mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
2.3mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
6.49mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:6533.9kcal
326.7%
Fat:637.83g
981.28%
Saturated Fat:552.24g
3451.52%
Carbohydrates:179g
59.67%
Net Carbohydrates:110.58g
40.21%
Sugar:99.97g
111.08%
Cholesterol:145.15mg
48.38%
Sodium:1453.34mg
63.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:124.74g
249.49%
Manganese:24.73mg
1236.43%
Copper:7.84mg
392.07%
Phosphorus:3511.24mg
351.12%
Selenium:242.63µg
346.62%
Vitamin B3:58.01mg
290.03%
Iron:51.01mg
283.4%
Magnesium:1133.03mg
283.26%
Fiber:68.42g
273.68%
Potassium:9255.11mg
264.43%
Vitamin C:190.66mg
231.1%
Vitamin B6:3.24mg
162.07%
Folate:623.09µg
155.77%
Zinc:21.37mg
142.46%
Vitamin K:135.79µg
129.32%
Vitamin B5:12.35mg
123.52%
Vitamin B1:1.4mg
93.33%
Vitamin A:4300.08IU
86%
Vitamin B2:1.28mg
75.18%
Calcium:559.88mg
55.99%
Vitamin E:6.32mg
42.1%
Vitamin D:1.81µg
12.1%
Vitamin B12:0.61µg
10.25%