Thai Pineapple Red Curry Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
19%
Thai Pineapple Red Curry Chicken
60 min.
5
496kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this delightful Thai Pineapple Red Curry Chicken! Perfectly balancing sweet and savory, this dish is a feast for the senses, making it an ideal choice for lunch or dinner. The combination of tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and juicy pineapple chunks creates a mouthwatering experience that will transport you straight to a tropical paradise.

This recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also packs a punch with its rich, aromatic red curry paste. The addition of coconut milk lends a creamy texture that beautifully complements the spices, while the brown sugar adds a hint of sweetness to round out the flavors. With a preparation time of just 60 minutes, you can easily whip up this delicious meal for family and friends, serving up to five people.

Whether you're looking to impress at a dinner party or simply want to enjoy a comforting meal at home, this Thai Pineapple Red Curry Chicken is sure to satisfy. Serve it over fluffy white rice to soak up the delectable sauce, and garnish with fresh cilantro and basil for an extra burst of flavor. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the taste of Thailand in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • lb chicken breast boneless skinless cut into bite-size pieces
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • teaspoon ginger finely chopped
  • teaspoons curry paste red (depends on how spicy you like it)
  • small onion sliced
  • cup peas frozen
  • 13 oz coconut milk canned (not cream of coconut)
  • tablespoon brown sugar packed
  • tablespoon soya sauce 
  • medium bell pepper red sliced
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh finely chopped
  • tablespoon basil fresh chopped
  • oz water chestnuts sliced canned
  • 20 oz pineapple chunks drained canned
  • serving rice white cooked for 5 servings

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. In 4-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, heat oil over high heat.
  2. Add chicken, garlic and ginger; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Add the curry paste; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in remaining ingredients. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 to 40 minutes or until sauce has thickened and chicken is no longer pink in center.
  5. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories496kcal
Protein19.52%
Fat45.4%
Carbs35.08%

Properties

Glycemic Index
74.87
Glycemic Load
6.64
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
25.795217519221%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.15mg
Isorhamnetin
0.7mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:496.24kcal
24.81%
Fat:25.91g
39.86%
Saturated Fat:17.03g
106.46%
Carbohydrates:45.05g
15.02%
Net Carbohydrates:37.56g
13.66%
Sugar:26.18g
29.09%
Cholesterol:58.06mg
19.35%
Sodium:328.43mg
14.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.06g
50.13%
Vitamin C:58.67mg
71.11%
Vitamin B3:11.69mg
58.43%
Vitamin B6:1.08mg
53.83%
Manganese:1.05mg
52.42%
Selenium:36.59µg
52.27%
Phosphorus:341.48mg
34.15%
Fiber:7.48g
29.93%
Vitamin A:1441.41IU
28.83%
Potassium:923.18mg
26.38%
Copper:0.5mg
24.9%
Vitamin K:23.76µg
22.63%
Magnesium:89.81mg
22.45%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.37%
Iron:3.27mg
18.19%
Vitamin B5:1.74mg
17.42%
Folate:59.63µg
14.91%
Zinc:1.96mg
13.07%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
12.04%
Vitamin E:1.55mg
10.35%
Calcium:59.9mg
5.99%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
3.02%