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Thai-Inspired Coconut Red Curry Chicken Udon

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  • Author: lucia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir Fry
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A comforting dish featuring tender chicken thighs, udon noodles, and a rich coconut milk curry sauce, infused with aromatic spices.


Ingredients

  • 2 boneless chicken thighs (or 3 small, cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp turmeric
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • ½ small onion, chopped
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp red curry paste
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 pack udon (fresh or frozen)
  • Veggies of choice (optional)
  • Lime (for serving)
  • Cilantro (for garnish)
  • Red chili flakes (to taste)


Instructions

  1. Season the chicken with curry powder, garlic powder, paprika, turmeric, salt, pepper, and a drizzle of oil.
  2. Pan-fry the chicken over medium heat for 5–6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the red curry paste and mix well to coat the aromatics.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Add in the udon and the cooked chicken. Let everything simmer together for 2-3 minutes until the noodles loosen and soak up the sauce.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Garnish with cilantro, lime juice, and red chili flakes before serving.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables and adjust spice levels to taste.