Best 7 Chicken And Greens In Coconut Milk Recipes

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With its vibrant flavors and creamy, rich texture, chicken and greens in coconut milk is a truly special dish. Whether you’re looking for a hearty meal that is sure to warm you up on a cold night or a flavorful dish to impress your friends and family, this recipe is sure to hit the spot. Made with tender chicken, fresh greens like spinach or kale, aromatic spices, and the creamy goodness of coconut milk, this one-pot dish is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. It can be easily customized to suit your dietary preferences and can be served with rice, potatoes, or even your favorite type of bread. So gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in this luscious and satisfying dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

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GREEN COCONUT CHICKEN



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While there is a nice dose of red curry powder in the braise, it's certainly not the dominant flavor. For something that might seem exotic and boldly-spiced, this a surprisingly mellow dish.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 1h50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 whole chicken legs
salt to taste
vegetable oil
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1 ¾ cups water
6 cloves garlic, peeled
3 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1 bunch cilantro
½ bunch green onions, white and light green parts only, chopped
vegetable oil
1 onion, sliced
6 slices fresh ginger
1 tablespoon red curry powder
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 cups 1-inch sweet potato chunks
1 ½ cups 1-inch eggplant chunks
1 bunch fresh Thai basil leaves, torn
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Season chicken legs with salt on all sides.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in skillet over medium heat; place chicken legs in the pan and cook until golden brown on each side, about 4 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  • Place coconut milk, water, garlic, jalapeno peppers, cilantro, and green onion into a blender. Cover and puree until smooth. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Stir in sliced onion and ginger; cook until sizzling, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Sprinkle red curry powder over onions and ginger; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly toasted, about 1 minute.
  • Place chicken legs in a single layer on top of onions and ginger. Pour pureed coconut mixture, lime juice, fish sauce, and brown sugar over the chicken.
  • Bring mixture to a boil and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer, skimming off any fat, until chicken legs are tender, about 45 minutes. Remove chicken from the Dutch oven.
  • Stir potatoes into coconut milk mixture, increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Stir in eggplant; cook until potatoes and eggplant are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir basil into coconut milk mixture; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Return chicken to coconut milk mixture; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until chicken is heated through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 715 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 127.7 mg, Fat 48.1 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 42.9 g, SaturatedFat 25.1 g, Sodium 804.7 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

CHICKEN AND GREENS IN COCONUT MILK



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Make and share this Chicken and Greens in Coconut Milk recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Elmotoo

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 lbs chicken, cut into serving pieces
2 tablespoons oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 inch piece ginger, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups coconut milk
1 1/2 lbs greens (spinach, bok choy, watercress, etc.)
1 medium size squash (such as butternut)
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Remove the skin from the chicken and lightly brown in the oil with 1 clove of the garlic.
  • Add 1/2 cup or so of the coconut milk, the ginger, and the remaining garlic. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
  • Skin and cut the squash into cubes. Add to chicken. Simmer for about 15 more minutes.
  • Add the greens and let simmer for about 5-10 more minutes, depending on which green you use.
  • Season to taste with salt & pepper.
  • Serve over rice.

CHICKEN WITH COCONUT MILK, LEMONGRASS, AND GINGER



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This is a trip down memory lane for me. The aromas coming from the oven take me straight back to Mrs. Ayyer's kitchen. It is an easy-to-make family-style dish. Any left over will make a marvelous salad. Use the stewing liquid as a dressing.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup peanut oil
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
4 dried cayenne chiles
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons minced fresh lemongrass
2 cups diced peeled cooked potatoes
1 tablespoon toasted black cumin seeds, ground
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
6 ounces coconut milk
6 ounces half-and-half
coarse salt, to taste
Two 2 1/2-pound whole chickens, cut into serving pieces

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the onions and chiles and lower the heat. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and well caramelized.
  • 2. Stir in the ginger and lemongrass and saute for 2 minutes. Add the potatoes and stir to combine. Stir in the black cumin and turmeric. When the spices are well incorporated, stir in the coconut milk and the half-and half. Add salt and remove from the heat.
  • 3. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
  • 4. Place the chicken in a Dutch oven or another large heavy ovenproof casserole. Pour the coconut mixture over the top of the chicken. Cover and bake for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is very tender.
  • 5. Serve, family style, with basmati rice, a green salad, and warm Indian breads.
  • Note: In India, the chiles would be left in the finished dish, but if you are concerned about them being eaten, remove them before serving.
  • Wine suggestions: Qupe Syrah Louis M. Martini Red Zinfandel

GREEN CHICKEN CURRY WITH COCONUT MILK



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Provided by Food Network

Time 13m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

10 green chilies, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon shrimp paste
2 tablespoons lemon grass
2 pieces galanga root
1 teaspoon lime zest
12 cup cilantro leaves
6 shallots
6 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cilantro roots
5 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 chicken thighs, boned
1 cup water
1 teaspoon tamarind concentrate
2 tablespoons Thai fermented fish sauce
4 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup coconut milk
4 tomatoes, chopped
Fresh coriander

Steps:

  • In a food processor puree 6 green chilies, shrimp paste, lemon grass, galanga root, lime zest, cilantro leaves, shallots, garlic, salt, cinnamon and cilantro root. In a Dutch oven heat oil and saute paste over medium heat for 3 minutes. Add chicken thighs and turn to coat. Turn heat to high, add water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover and simmer 1 hour. Remove chicken and reserve. Chill liquid until it congeals.
  • Degrease chilled liquid. Reheat gently. There should be 1 cup of liquid -- add water if needed. Dissolve tamarind concentrate in 2 tablespoons of hot water and add. Add fish sauce. Bring to a boil and thicken with cornstarch mixed with a little water. Turn heat to very low and add coconut milk, the reserved chicken thighs, cut in half, and simmer 15 minutes. Add remaining green chilies and tomatoes. Simmer gently for 15 minutes more. If sauce is too thick, thin with a little coconut milk just before serving. Sprinkle wit

COCONUT MILK-SIMMERED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH VEGETABLES



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This fast but fabulous chicken dish pairs Thai-inspired flavors with French technique. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts have weeknight appeal, largely because they cook so quickly, but that also means they can dry out and become tough if you're not careful. Here, the chicken is gently cooked for about 10 minutes, then simmered in a ginger-scented coconut sauce studded with green beans and corn, resulting in tender and juicy chicken. Slicing the breasts before serving allows the sauce to coat each piece, adding more moisture and flavor. If you want more heat, sprinkle thinly sliced serrano chile over the top before serving. The best part is the entire meal comes together in about a half-hour: If you're quick, you can get all the vegetable prep done while the chicken cooks.

Provided by Susan Spungen

Categories     dinner, easy, weeknight, grains and rice, poultry, vegetables, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 to 8 ounces each)
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as vegetable, canola or grapeseed oil
1 large shallot, peeled and thinly sliced into rings
1 large or 2 small garlic cloves, finely grated
1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, finely grated (about 1 1/2 tablespoons)
1 small serrano chile or jalapeño, finely chopped, or more to taste
1/2 cup chicken stock
1 (14-ounce) can unsweetened, full-fat coconut milk
6 ounces green beans, trimmed and halved crosswise
1 ear fresh corn, kernels removed, or 1 cup frozen corn kernels
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
2 limes (1 zested and juiced; 1 cut into wedges)
Fish sauce (optional)
Jasmine rice, for serving
16 Sungold or other cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt. In a large (12-inch) lidded skillet, heat the oil over medium-low. Add the chicken, turn to coat with the oil, cover and cook until the thickest part feels springy to the touch, 4 to 5 minutes per side. (For best results, try not to let the chicken brown, and do not overcook; you'll be cooking it more later.) Set the chicken aside on a warm plate, leaving any liquid in the skillet, and cover the chicken with foil.
  • Heat the skillet over medium. Add shallot and cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic, ginger and chile, and cook for 1 minute. Add stock, raise heat to high and cook, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon, until thick and syrupy, about 1 minute.
  • Add the coconut milk and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Stir in green beans and corn, and lower heat to medium-high for a steady simmer. Cover and cook until beans are crisp-tender but still bright, and coconut milk is slightly reduced, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add chopped cilantro and grated zest of the lime (saving a bit for the top), then season to taste with fish sauce, if using, and salt. Return chicken to the sauce, turning to coat, cover and cook until warmed and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon of the lime juice.
  • Slice each chicken breast. Serve over jasmine rice, then spoon the vegetables and sauce on top. Sprinkle with remaining lime zest, and garnish with tomatoes and cilantro leaves. Serve with lime wedges.

CHICKEN AND GREENS IN COCONUT MILK



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Make and share this Chicken and Greens in Coconut Milk recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Coasty

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 kg chicken, cut into serving pieces
2 teaspoons oil
1 1/2 cups coconut milk
750 g spinach
500 g pumpkin, peel
2 garlic, crushed
2 cm piece ginger, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Remove the skin from the chicken and lightly brown in the oil with 1 clove of the garlic.
  • Add 1/2 cup or so of the coconut milk and the remaining garlic. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Skin and cut the squash into cubes. Add to chicken. Simmer for about 5 more minutes.
  • Add the greens and remaining coconut milk and let simmer for about 15 more minutes.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1253.5, Fat 77, SaturatedFat 29.7, Cholesterol 312.5, Sodium 421.3, Carbohydrate 55.9, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 40, Protein 84

COCONUT CHICKEN WITH GREEN BEANS



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Healthy, quick and easy; what more could you want?

Provided by Bethany Webber

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
6 cups trimmed green beans
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
3 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into chunks
1 onion, chopped
3 tablespoons coconut butter
3 tablespoons almond butter

Steps:

  • Heat coconut milk in a large saucepan over low heat. Simmer green beans in coconut milk until soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir chicken and onion in hot oil until the chicken pieces are no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir chicken mixture into the green bean mixture; cook together for 2 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter.
  • Melt coconut butter and almond butter together in a saucepan over low heat; drizzle over chicken and green beans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592.6 calories, Carbohydrate 24.5 g, Cholesterol 87.8 mg, Fat 39.5 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 41.1 g, SaturatedFat 25.5 g, Sodium 153.8 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, organic vegetables and herbs whenever possible.
  • If you don't have coconut milk on hand, you can substitute another type of milk, such as almond milk or soy milk.
  • To make the dish more spicy, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • If you don't have time to cook the chicken and vegetables separately, you can cook them together in the coconut milk sauce.
  • Serve the dish with rice, quinoa, or another type of grain.

Conclusion:

This chicken and greens in coconut milk dish is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The creamy coconut milk sauce is flavorful and pairs perfectly with the tender chicken and fresh vegetables. This dish is also a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this chicken and greens in coconut milk recipe a try.

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