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One-Pot Coconut Thai Chicken Curry

One-Pot Coconut Thai Chicken Curry: Easy Comfort in a Bowl

Experience the comforting flavors of One-Pot Coconut Thai Chicken Curry, a quick and easy dish perfect for weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 1 lb chicken thighs or drumsticks skinless and boneless is leaner
  • 1 medium onion chopped; can substitute with shallots
  • 3 tbsp curry paste adjust between green or yellow based on spice preference
  • 1 can coconut milk use full-fat for richer texture
  • 1 can tomatoes fresh or crushed; canned works perfectly
  • 2 cups spinach can swap for kale or any leafy green
  • 1/4 cup cilantro for garnish; optional

Equipment

  • large oven-safe pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and gather your ingredients.
  2. In a large oven-safe pot, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
  3. Stir in the curry paste, followed by the chopped tomatoes and coconut milk. Cook for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Add chicken pieces directly into the pot, ensuring they're submerged in the sauce.
  5. Transfer the pot to the oven and bake for about 60 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  6. Add fresh spinach to the pot and stir gently, allowing it to wilt for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Serve over jasmine rice or alongside warm flatbreads.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day as flavors meld together beautifully.

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