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Coconut Ginger Chicken & Vegetables

This Coconut Ginger Chicken & Vegetables is a flavor-packed dish that brings warmth and creaminess to your table!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dish:
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 inch ginger (minced)
  • 1 small onion (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 pieces chicken breasts (cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes)
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 can baby corn
  • 1 can green beans
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Start by mincing the garlic and ginger. Chop the onion and cut the chicken breasts into 1 1/2 inch cubes. Having everything prepped will make the cooking process smoother.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic, ginger, and chopped onion. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  3. Add the cubed chicken to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt, ground pepper, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the spices. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides.
  4. Pour in the can of coconut milk and the cup of chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  5. Add the baby corn and green beans to the skillet. Stir to combine and let everything simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are heated through and tender.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Slowly pour this slurry into the skillet while stirring to thicken the sauce. Allow it to simmer for a few more minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand or your personal preferences.
  • For added heat, consider incorporating red pepper flakes or diced chili peppers.
  • This dish pairs beautifully with rice or quinoa to soak up all that delicious sauce.