Healthy Thai Peanut Chicken Curry

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Healthy Thai peanut chicken curry made with chicken thigh, chickpeas, peanut butter, and coconut milk. This super nutritious, one-pan meal is jam packed with flavor and protein. Ready in under 30 minutes, this is the easiest healthy dinner! You can even meal prep this recipe.

The Best Ever Healthy Thai Peanut Chicken Curry

There is just something about the cold weather and curry that go together. I honestly just crave a warm, cozy bowl of chili or curry on chilly Fall and Winter days. It is the perfect excuse to curl up on the couch with a blanket, a book, and a bowl of this hearty Thai peanut butter curry.

I have been eating curry for as long as I can remember. It was my favorite cold-weather dinner as a kid. Store-bought and restaurant curry are great and all, don’t get me wrong, but nothing, I repeat, nothing beats a warm bowl of homemade curry. The warm spices and creaminess from the coconut milk and peanut butter are delightful.

So, you can probably tell by now that I have had my fair share of curries. But let me just tell you…. this right here is the BEST peanut butter curry I have ever eaten. It is light, yet warms the soul; it’s hearty and rich, yet nutrient-rich. This homemade nutritious healthy Thai peanut chicken curry is simply the perfect healthy dinner or lunch!

Personally, I love to make a huge batch on a Sunday, enjoy a delicious bowl for dinner, and then save the rest for meal prep! I’m telling you, whether you are making this for a healthy family dinner or meal prepping like me, you have got to try this easy recipe for the best ever healthy Thai peanut chicken curry!

Ingredients Used for Healthy Thai Peanut Chicken Curry

You’ll only need a handful, simple ingredients to get this easy recipe going! I am all about simplicity and ease, so don’t worry, you won’t need to go to the supermarket and buy a lot of expensive ingredients and spices. You probably have most of these ingredients in your pantry already. For this easy dinner recipe, you’ll need some fresh vegetables, chicken thighs, chickpeas, and, of course, some delicious spices!

Olive or Avocado oil: We’ll use some avocado or olive oil to sauté the red onion and green bell pepper.

Chicken Thigh: The perfect source of protein for this meal.

Red onion: 1 small red onion diced up however big you want! I love mine to be on the thicker side.

Garlic: I mean garlic is a must! I love a little extra honestly… if you are using pre-minced garlic I recommend 2 Tablespoons, if not, 3 cloves.

Broccoli: The perfect fresh vegetable, adding vitamin C and lots of nutrients.

Unsweetened Coconut Milk: Necessary to make this curry creamy and hearty.

Vegetable Broth or Water: Key for the consistency of this curry!

Chickpeas: The perfect additional source of plant-based protein.

Tomato Paste: Necessary to thicken this curry up, making it creamy and delicious!

Creamy Peanut Butter: The shinning star in this dish; key for the flavor!

Lime: The perfect dash of acidity this creamy dish needs.

Spices: We’ll be using paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, ground ginger, salt, and pepper. You can add some red chili flakes too!

Baby Spinach: Load up on your fresh vegetables and vitamins without even knowing!

Fresh Cilantro: The perfect touch to this flavor packed healthy curry.

Sides: I love serving my Thai peanut curry with jasmine rice, brown rice, or quinoa!

Toppings options: Fresh cilantro, crushed up peanuts, or cashews!

Easy Ingredient Substitutions for Healthy Thai Peanut Chicken Curry.

You guys probably know by now that I love simple and easy recipes! If you don’t love every ingredient in this one, I am here to help you out with a list of the very best substitutions!

Don’t like Chicken? Don’t worry! Just leave it out and add another can of chickpeas!

Don’t have broccoli? No worries! You can use cauliflower too!

Don’t have a red onion? Just use a yellow one!

Don’t have cilantro? No worries! You can used dried coriander. Simply use 1 tsp.

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What you’ll need to make healthy peanut curry

For this easy recipe, you’ll only need a couple of kitchen tools making the clean up super easy! Plus you only need a big pot to cook this delicious healthy curry, how easy is that?!

• Cutting board
• Chopping knife
• Large deep 12-inch skillet or large pot
• Stirring utensil
• Measuring tools: 1/2 teaspoon, 1 teaspoon, 1 Tablespoon, 1/4 cup

How to Make the Healthy Thai Peanut Chicken Curry

My favorite thing about this simple and easy healthy chili recipe (besides the taste of course) is how easy it is to make! You do not need an instant pot or any fancy kitchen equipment. Plus, this recipe takes less than 60 minutes from start to finish!

First, let’s prepare the skinless chicken thighs by trimming off excess fat or cartilage with your knife and cutting them into bite-sized cubes.

Once your chicken is ready, add in the avocado or olive oil into a deep 12-inch skillet or a large pot over medium-high heat on the stovetop. Add in your chicken and let it sear for 3 minutes. Turn chicken pieces over, add in roughly diced red onion, minced garlic, and broccoli florets and saute for additional 3-5 minutes until onions soften.

Next, add in the paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, ginger, red chili flakes (optional), salt, and pepper. Stir for 30 seconds until fully combined.
Then add in the coconut milk, vegetable broth (or water), drained and rinsed chickpeas, tomato paste, peanut butter, and lime juice. Let the curry simmer over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, then add in cilantro and baby spinach. And let simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Taste, and adjust seasonings as necessary.

Garnish with cilantro and crushed peanuts. I love to serve with jasmine rice, brown rice, or quinoa.

Enjoy the best every healthy Thai peanut butter chicken curry!

How to store extra healthy peanut butter curry

Make extra? No worries, this is actually the best meal prep recipe ever! I love to save my extras in a sealed airtight container in the fridge. You can save any extras up to 5 days!

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