Best 12 Chicken In Spicy Coconut Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of "Chicken in Spicy Coconut Sauce," a delectable dish that blends the richness of coconut with the fiery heat of spices. This culinary masterpiece is a testament to the vibrant and diverse culinary traditions of Southeast Asia. With its origins in countries like Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia, this dish has captivated taste buds worldwide, offering a harmonious balance of sweet, sour, and spicy notes. As you embark on this culinary journey, you'll discover the secrets to crafting this exquisite dish, ensuring that every bite is a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN IN COCONUT SAUCE



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This is a delicious recipe from Indonesia. The coconut adds a creamy taste to the chicken dish!

Provided by JAZZYCHAZZY

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indonesian

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15 ounce) can cream of coconut
1 cup hot water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon chili powder
salt and pepper to taste
2 onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed

Steps:

  • Mix the cream of coconut with the hot water until smooth and well blended, and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and place the chicken breasts into the hot oil. Pan-fry the chicken breasts until they have begun to brown but are still pink inside, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken breasts to paper towels, and sprinkle them with lemon juice, ginger, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Place the onions and garlic into the skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir until they are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet on top of the cooked onions and garlic, and pour the coconut cream mixture over the chicken. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 716.2 calories, Carbohydrate 76.4 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 33.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 29.7 g, SaturatedFat 22.2 g, Sodium 133.2 mg, Sugar 69.8 g

CHICKEN IN SPICY COCONUT SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Milk/Cream     Chicken     Braise     Spice     Hot Pepper     Shallot     Lemongrass     Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 pound chicken drumsticks and thighs
2 teaspoons salt
2 rounded tablespoons tamarind from a pliable block
1/2 cup hot water
1 cup chopped shallots (4 large)
10 (5 1/2-inch) fresh Holland red chiles, sliced crosswise (1 cup), including seeds
1 tablespoon chopped peeled fresh ginger
2 teaspoons chopped peeled turmeric (fresh or thawed frozen) or 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 fresh lemongrass stalks, 1 or 2 outer leaves and all but lower 6 inches discarded
6 cups well-stirred canned unsweetened coconut milk (48 fl oz; not low-fat)
1 (1-inch) piece galangal (fresh or thawed frozen), sliced crosswise
2 teaspoons packed dark palm sugar or dark brown sugar

Steps:

  • Rub chicken with salt and let stand at room temperature 30 minutes.
  • While chicken stands, gently mash tamarind with hot water in a bowl using your fingertips until pulp is softened, then force with a rubber spatula through a medium-mesh sieve into a small bowl, discarding solids. Pulse shallots, chiles, ginger, and turmeric with cumin and coriander in a food processor until finely chopped. Lightly smash lemongrass stalks with bottom of a heavy skillet.
  • Stir together coconut milk, tamarind purée, shallot mixture, lemongrass, galangal, and palm sugar in a 6- to 7-quart wide heavy pot. Add chicken and bring to a simmer over moderately high heat, stirring frequently, then reduce heat and gently simmer, partially covered, until very tender, 40 to 45 minutes. Transfer chicken with tongs to a bowl and simmer sauce, uncovered, stirring frequently, until thickened and reduced to about 4 cups, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes, then skim off any fat if desired. Discard lemongrass and season sauce with salt. Add chicken and stir to coat.

SPICY COCONUT CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Settle in for the night with this cozy curry that gets to the table quickly and gets cleaned up even faster.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 whole chicken legs (about 3 pounds total)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 can (14.5 ounces) light coconut milk
1 1/2 cups canned reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 to 2 teaspoons Thai red curry paste
1 cup jasmine rice
2 red bell peppers (ribs and seeds removed), cut into 1-inch pieces
8 ounces green beans (stem ends removed), cut into 1-inch lengths
1/2 lemon, cut into wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • In a 5-quart Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over medium-high. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Working in two batches, cook chicken until browned, 6 to 8 minutes; transfer to a plate (chicken will cook more in step 2).
  • To pot, add coconut milk, broth, 1/2 cup water, and curry paste; bring to a boil, and stir in rice. Add chicken (with any juices), arranging pieces in a single layer. Cover, and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, without stirring, until rice is almost tender, 15 minutes.
  • Scatter bell peppers and green beans on top of chicken mixture; cover, and cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 682 g, Fat 38 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 51 g

SPICY COCONUT CURRY SAUCE



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This is part of the recipe Chicken Wings Five Ways.

Provided by Alexis Touchet

Categories     Sauce     Super Bowl     Backyard BBQ     Tailgating     Simmer     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup minced onion
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup Thai red curry paste
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 1/4 cups well-stirred unsweetened coconut milk (from 2 cans)
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 1/2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 cup chopped cilantro sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook onion, garlic, curry paste, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in oil in a wide 2-quart heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until onion is softened, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Add coconut milk and gently simmer, stirring frequently, until reduced to 2 cups, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, cayenne, cilantro (if desired), and salt to taste.

SPICY CHICKEN WITH COCONUT LIME SAUCE



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From a Tyson chicken cookbook. This recipe was a contest winner and was submitted by Melissa Gilbert of Frederick, MD. I haven't tried it yet.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 chicken thighs
4 chicken legs, drumsticks
3 tablespoons peanut oil
1/2 cup green onion, sliced
1/2 cup salsa
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
2 dried red hot peppers
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (13 1/2 ounce) can coconut milk
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
3 cups rice, cooked
1 lime, sliced (optional)
1/2 cup coconut, grated

Steps:

  • In a large, nonstick frypan, place oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken and cook about 5 minutes to brown on all sides; remove from the frypan and keep warm.
  • To the pan, add onions, salsa, garlic, peppers, curry, salt, and pepper and cook about 2 minutes, stirring until onion has browned.
  • Return chicken to the pan; pour coconut milk and lime juice over the chicken and simmer on low heat about 30 minutes or until fork can be inserted in chicken with ease.
  • Remove and discard the peppers.
  • To serve, place rice in serving platter and then top with chicken mixture.
  • Garnish with lime slices and sprinkle with some of the grated coconut and pass the remainder.

SPICY CHICKEN COCONUT CURRY



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

3 tablespoons Ghee, recipe follows
2 medium onions, chopped
One 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons Curry Powder, recipe follows
1 cinnamon stick
1 to 3 dried red chiles
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Two 15-ounce cans unsweetened coconut milk
2 cups chicken stock
4 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
1 lemon, juiced
Mint leaves, for garnish
1 pound unsalted butter
2 tablespoons coriander seeds
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
1 tablespoon cardamom seeds
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
2 dried red chiles, broken in pieces, seeds discarded
2 tablespoons turmeric

Steps:

  • Heat the Ghee in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-low heat. Add the onions, ginger, and garlic and cook slowly until the onions are very soft, about 15 minutes. Add the tomato paste, Curry Powder, cinnamon stick, and chiles and give it a good stir; season with salt and pepper. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken stock and bring it back to a simmer; cook until the sauce has thickened, about 20 minutes. Add the tomatoes, chicken, cilantro, and half the lemon juice; continue to simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 to 15 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning with lemon juice, salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro and mint leaves.
  • Put the butter in a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat. Melt the butter slowly and make sure it does not sizzle or brown. Increase the heat and bring the butter to a boil. When the surface is covered with foam, stir gently and reduce the heat to the lowest possible setting. Gently simmer, uncovered, and undisturbed for 45 minutes, until the milk solids in the bottom of the pan have turned golden brown and the butter on top is transparent. Strain the ghee through a sieve lined with several layers of cheesecloth. The ghee should be perfectly clear and smell nutty; pour into a glass jar and seal tightly.
  • Toast the coriander, cumin, cardamom, peppercorns, fennel, mustard, cloves, and the chiles in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat just until they smell fragrant, about 2 minutes. In a clean coffee grinder or spice mill, grind the toasted spices together to a fine powder. Add the turmeric and give it another quick buzz to combine. Use the curry powder immediately, or store in a sealed jar for up to 1 month.

PEANUT CHICKEN DISH



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoons ginger, peeled and grated
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken, cut into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoons chili powder
3 tablespoons smooth peanut butter, preferably unsweetened
Chili sauce to taste
4 to 6 scallions, thinly sliced
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
Salt and pepper
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and sliced
Cilantro leaves to garnish

Steps:

  • In a large non-stick skillet heat oil over medium high heat. Add ginger and garlic and cook until aroma is released. Stir in chicken pieces and cook until golden brown. Stir in chili powder, peanut butter, and chili sauce. Stir in scallions and coconut milk and simmer until thickened about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon over rice and garnish with cucumber and cilantro Serve with Basmati rice following directions on the box.

SPICY TOMATO COCONUT CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: chicken, salt, pepper, olive oil, garlic, ginger, jalapeñoes, onion, tomato puree, coconut milk, chicken stock, fresh cilantro

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 lb chicken, quartered
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger
3 jalapeñoes, deseeded and diced
1 onion, chopped
1 ¼ cups tomato puree
1 cup coconut milk, unsweetened
1 cup chicken stock
fresh cilantro, or parsley, for garnish, chopped

Steps:

  • Salt and pepper chicken.
  • In a large pot, brown chicken in olive oil. Remove chicken and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add garlic, ginger, jalapeños and onions. Cook until translucent.
  • Pour in the tomato puree, unsweetened coconut milk and chicken broth.
  • Add the chicken back to the pot. Bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 45 - 60 minutes.
  • Serve with rice. Garnish with cilantro or parsley.
  • Enjoy!

SPICY COCONUT CHICKEN STRIPS



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My family has always enjoyed Thai food, but we really love chicken curry. Since we have a two-year-old son, I wanted to make something that he would eat. Since his favorite food is chicken strips, I started making the strips with some curry flavor. Now my family prefers these even more than my chicken curry. -Daniel Fox, Queen Creek, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings (2/3 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 eggs
1/2 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons red curry paste
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons chili powder
12 chicken tenderloins
Oil for deep-fat frying
PEANUT DIPPING SAUCE:
1/4 cup chunky peanut butter
1/4 cup coconut milk
3 tablespoons 2% milk
4-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon lime juice

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs, coconut milk, curry paste and cornstarch until smooth. In another shallow bowl, combine the coconut, flour and chili powder. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then coat with coconut mixture. , In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. , Fry chicken, a few at a time, for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels., In a microwave-safe bowl, combine sauce ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 45 seconds or until heated through, stirring once. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 638 calories, Fat 42g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 580mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH SPICY COCONUT SAUCE



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Make and share this Grilled Chicken Breasts With Spicy Coconut Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Brookelynne26

Time 4h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 small yellow onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves
3 inches piece ginger, peeled
1 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 small yellow onion, minced
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 inch piece ginger, peeled and grated
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons double concentrate tomato paste
3 garlic cloves, minced
13 1/2 ounces coconut milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • To make the chicken, buzz the onion, garlic, ginger, coconut milk, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a food processor until smooth. Drop the chicken pieces into a ziploc bag and pour in the marinade. Place the bag in a shallow dish and marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours, but overnight is better, turning several times.
  • To make the sauce, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until golden brown, about 7 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, add the lemon zest, ginger, red pepper flakes, and tomato paste, and cook, stirring often, until the colors deepen and the mixture is very fragrant, 8 to 10 minutes. Toss in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  • Pour in the coconut milk and cream and bring to a boil, e turn heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until the liquid has reduced by one quarter, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile heat a grill to high. Remove the chicken from the fridge and let sit out for 30 minutes.
  • Lower the heat of the grill to medium and brush the grate with oil. Remove chicken from marinade and grill until well marked and cooked through, about 5 to six minutes per side.
  • To serve, slice each chicken breast into 3 pieces on the bias. Place cooked rice onto plates, top with chicken slices, and spoon sauce over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 942.6, Fat 49.3, SaturatedFat 35.4, Cholesterol 116.3, Sodium 1324.9, Carbohydrate 99.2, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 91.5, Protein 28.6

CHICKEN IN COCONUT PEANUT SAUCE



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My youngest son has been out of the country for several years teaching English. When he returned to the United States, I made this home-cooked meal for him that combined Asian and American cuisine. He loved it! -Sheila Suhan, Scottdale, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 to 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
12 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 3 pounds)
Minced fresh cilantro
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, whisk coconut milk and peanut butter until smooth. Stir in tomatoes, onion, peppers, brown sugar, garlic and seasonings. Add chicken; cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until chicken is tender. Stir before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro; if desired, serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559 calories, Fat 31g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 865mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 50g protein.

BAKED CRISPY COCONUT CHICKEN TENDERS RECIPE



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Enjoy restaurant quality chicken tenders with this baked crispy coconut chicken recipe.

Provided by Momma Cyd

Categories     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 cup Panko bread crumbs
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
¾ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon curry powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
⅙ teaspoon cayenne pepper ((optional))
½ cup flour
2 eggs
1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken tenders
1 Tablespoon olive oil
½ cup apricot preserves
1 Tablespoon rice wine vinegar
¾ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Roughly chop the coconut so it's about the same size as the Panko pieces. Combine it with Panko and spices in a shallow dish. Mix well to distribute all of the spices.
  • Place the flour in another shallow dish, and the eggs in another. Give the eggs a quick beating.
  • Working with one chicken tender at a time, dredge in flour and then dip in egg, and then finally coat in the coconut Panko mixture. Press in with your fingers to make sure the entire thing is well coated.
  • Place chicken tenders on a foil-lined baking sheet that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. I give mine a tiny drizzle of olive oil on top to help them crisp nicely.
  • Bake in your 450 degree oven for about 20 minutes or until juices run clear. Try not to overcook them because chicken tenders go from perfect to overcooked really fast! If your tenders are on the small side, they could even be done in about 15 minutes so keep an eye on them. If they're big they can take more like 25. The coconut will be nice and golden and the Panko crisp, but light in color still.
  • To make the dipping sauce, combine the preserves, rice wine vinegar, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl until blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 127 mg, Sodium 570 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 15 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use fresh coconut milk. Canned coconut milk can be used, but fresh coconut milk will give your dish a richer, more authentic flavor.
  • Toast the spices before using them. This will enhance their flavor and aroma.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of chili peppers used. This recipe calls for two chili peppers, but you can add more or less depending on your desired level of spiciness.
  • Serve the chicken with rice or another grain. This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

This chicken in spicy coconut sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of spicy and creamy flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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