This 20 Minute Thai-Inspired Green Curry with Chicken and Vegetables is the perfect way to cure weeknight dinner boredom. Tender chicken, fresh veggies, and flavorful aromatics like ginger and garlic all come together with green curry paste and creamy coconut milk for a quick 20 minute meal that everyone will love. This recipe is Whole30 compliant, dairy-free, and Paleo.
Easy and Healthy 20 Minute Thai Green Curry with Chicken and Vegetables
Thai-inspired Green Curry with Chicken and Veggies!
It’s full of flavor, it’s easy, and it’s packed with healthy protein and fresh veggies. We all need an easy twenty minute recipe that we keep in our back pocket for those busy weeknights and this green curry dish is exactly that kind of recipe.
I love a good curry and green curry is one of my favorites. It has a little bit of heat and just the right balance of sweet, tang, and spice. This recipe is completely customizable (you can use shrimp instead of chicken and add in your favorite veggies) and also Whole30 compliant, Paleo, and dairy-free.
Keep reading to learn how to make this simple, healthy recipe!
What is the Difference Between Green Curry and Red Curry?
Some of the most common curries are red curry and green curry, and many people are often confused about which curry is the spicier of the two. I personally love both red and green curry, but each curry has a unique flavor.
While it is easy to assume that red curry would be the spicier of the curries, green curry is actually the spicier of the two. The green chilies that are used to make green curry paste are actually spicier which gives green curry paste a bit more heat.
If you are looking for a recipe that uses red curry paste, this Thai Red Curry Chicken Soup is a fantastic option.
This recipe calls for two to three tablespoons of green curry paste. The more curry paste you add the spicier this dish will be. Feel free to start with just one tablespoon and then give things a taste to see how you like it.
My husband and I don’t mind a little “kick” in our green curry, so we go up to four tablespoons of curry paste when making this dish. It just all depends on what you like.
How to Make Green Curry
(full instructions and ingredients in the recipe card, below)
Step One: Start by heating a large saucepan or pot over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the avocado oil. Next, add the chicken thighs to the pan and season with half a teaspoon of salt. Cook the chicken for four to six minutes.
Step Two: Next, add in the chopped veggies, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Cook for two to three minutes until the garlic and ginger become fragrant.
Step Three: Next, add the green curry paste to the pan and stir everything until well combined. Next, pour in the coconut milk, lime juice, fish sauce, coconut aminos, and lime leaf (if you are using it). Stir until well combined and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Step Four: Finally, serve the curry over cauliflower rice or white rice and finish with fresh cilantro, green onion, and a generous squeeze of fresh lime juice.
Where Can I Buy Whole30 Compliant Green Curry Paste?
You can find green curry paste in the International aisle of your local grocery store. You’ll likely be able to find canned coconut milk and green curry paste in the same aisle.
If you have an Asian grocery store near you, like H-Mart, you can also buy it there. If you are doing a Whole30, be sure to check the label for any non-compliant oils. The main culprit to look out for is usually soybean oil.
What Vegetables Go with Green Curry?
What I love about any kind of curry is how easy it is to customize. You can really add whatever veggies you have on hand at the time, which makes this a great recipe to whip up on a busy weeknight when you haven’t put a lot of thought into dinner.
For this particular recipe, I used red pepper and carrots. If you want to get even more creative, here are a few other veggies you can add to your curry:
Bok choy
Spinach
Eggplant
Butternut squash
Carrots
Celery
Sweet potatoes
Mushrooms
Green peas or snow peas
What to Serve With Thai-Inspired Green Curry
If you decide to add more veggies to your green curry, it will likely be hearty enough to serve on it’s own. But, my favorite way to serve this dish is with cauliflower rice or jasmine rice. To add even more flavor, be sure to add a generous amount of fresh lime juice, cilantro leaves, and green onions to your bowl before digging in.
I hope you give this Thai Inspired Green Curry with Chicken and Vegetables a try! This makes a quick and easy dinner that everyone will love!
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1 medium shallot, diced (or use ¼ cup of diced yellow onion)
½ tablespoon minced ginger
1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 carrots, thinly sliced
2–4 tablespoon green curry paste
1 makrut lime leaf (optional)
¼ cup lime juice
1 tablespoon fish sauce
2 tablespoons coconut aminos
1–15oz can coconut milk
Method
Heat a large saucepan or pot over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add in the avocado oil. Next, add the chicken thighs to the pan and season with ½ tsp of salt. Cook the chicken for 4-6 minutes.
Add in the veggies, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the garlic and ginger become fragrant.
Add the green curry paste to the pan and stir until well combined. Next, add the coconut milk, lime juice, fish sauce, coconut aminos, and lime leaf (if you are using it). Stir until well combined and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Serve the curry over cauliflower rice or white rice and finish with fresh cilantro, green onion, and a generous squeeze of fresh lime juice. Enjoy!
Keywords: Thai Green Curry, Green Curry, Curry, Chicken Curry, Vegetable Curry, Chicken and Vegetable Curry
Recipe by: Ashlea Carver / All the Healthy Things | Photography by: Casey Colodny / THE MINDFUL HAPA
Wow! I wanted to try making green curry after a yummy meal at a Thai restaurant and WOW, this tasted exactly as I remembered! Four heaping spoons of paste and wow it lit me up (in a good way) This was amazing!
Wow 5+ stars! This was delicious and easy to prepare. I had to make substitutions (snow storm looming) but the recipe seems very adaptable! I used shallots, garlic, ginger, 2 peppers & a big bag of spinach. I only had ground turkey but that worked great! I also used a whole (small) jar of green curry paste (Thai Kitchen I think); wasn’t very spicy but gave the sauce a lovely flavor). Served over brown rice. So good! Looking forward to leftovers tonight. Thank you for such a great, quick and easy dinner!
Made this for dinner tonight and it was a huge hit! So delicious 🙂 I left out the shallots since they don’t agree with me, but this was so flavorful even without them. Will definitely be adding this to the dinner rotation!
This was DELICIOUS!! The combination of flavors made for so much depth in the dish. The lime juice was absolute perfection and brought such a fresh brightness to the dish. It was super easy to make and I’ll definitely be making it again!!
I made this recipe for a friend who has cancer. While she hasn’t liked any food recently – she loved this and was able to eat it! Needless to say i’ll be making it for her again ❤️
Hands down the BEST green curry recipe. I’ve made this recipe 3x in 2 weeks, that’s how much my son and hubby love it. Both times I made this with tofu and it was delicious. Can’t wait to make it with chicken next time!
My family loves this recipe! We use carrots, red pepper, and sweet potatoes. I only use 2 Tbsp of curry paste, and it’s the perfect spice so my 11 month old will eat it too. We eat it over rice with pineapple as a side. Fast, easy, and delicious. Perfect for a busy mom!
Per usual, another recipe that you knocked out of the park! I have made green curry one other time but didn’t like it as well as the red, so I went back to my norm. This recipe made me a believer in green curry!! Thank you, again!!!
I have made this for dinner a few times now (including tonight) and it always turns out delicious. Very easy and quick. Great recipe that is in my regular rotation !
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Wow! I wanted to try making green curry after a yummy meal at a Thai restaurant and WOW, this tasted exactly as I remembered! Four heaping spoons of paste and wow it lit me up (in a good way) This was amazing!
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Wow 5+ stars! This was delicious and easy to prepare. I had to make substitutions (snow storm looming) but the recipe seems very adaptable! I used shallots, garlic, ginger, 2 peppers & a big bag of spinach. I only had ground turkey but that worked great! I also used a whole (small) jar of green curry paste (Thai Kitchen I think); wasn’t very spicy but gave the sauce a lovely flavor). Served over brown rice. So good! Looking forward to leftovers tonight. Thank you for such a great, quick and easy dinner!
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Made this for dinner tonight and it was a huge hit! So delicious 🙂 I left out the shallots since they don’t agree with me, but this was so flavorful even without them. Will definitely be adding this to the dinner rotation!
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One of my favorite dishes. So flavorful and so easy.
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So happy to hear that this has become a favorite for you, Beth! Thanks for sharing!
This was DELICIOUS!! The combination of flavors made for so much depth in the dish. The lime juice was absolute perfection and brought such a fresh brightness to the dish. It was super easy to make and I’ll definitely be making it again!!
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I’m so glad you loved it, Amy! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!
I made this recipe for a friend who has cancer. While she hasn’t liked any food recently – she loved this and was able to eat it! Needless to say i’ll be making it for her again ❤️
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Wow! That is amazing! I’m so glad you were able to share this with your friend! Thank you for sharing this and the recipe! So glad she loved it!
LOVED THIS RECIPE!! I used 4 TBSPs of the green curry paste, and it was perfect! I will definitely be making this again!
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I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Emily!
Hands down the BEST green curry recipe. I’ve made this recipe 3x in 2 weeks, that’s how much my son and hubby love it. Both times I made this with tofu and it was delicious. Can’t wait to make it with chicken next time!
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I’m so happy everyone loved it, Tanya! Thank you for sharing!
I loooved this recipe!! It was so easy and so flavorable. I love how you can use whatever veggies you have, as well. Thank you!!
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I’m so happy you loved the recipe, Rachel! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!
I used chicken breast and low fat coconut milk and this recipe was excellent! We loved it! Thank you!
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Thank you for sharing a review and what worked for you, Diana! I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe!
Another knockout recipe! Really, really delicious.
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I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe, Zoe! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!
My family of 4 loved it. Thank you!
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You’re so welcome, Kristen! Happy everyone loved it!
Absolutely delicious!!!!!
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It was so easy and delicious! I will make it again.
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My family loves this recipe! We use carrots, red pepper, and sweet potatoes. I only use 2 Tbsp of curry paste, and it’s the perfect spice so my 11 month old will eat it too. We eat it over rice with pineapple as a side. Fast, easy, and delicious. Perfect for a busy mom!
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Per usual, another recipe that you knocked out of the park! I have made green curry one other time but didn’t like it as well as the red, so I went back to my norm. This recipe made me a believer in green curry!! Thank you, again!!!
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Yum! Made last night and added some green peas as well. Thanks for sharing!
I have made this for dinner a few times now (including tonight) and it always turns out delicious. Very easy and quick. Great recipe that is in my regular rotation !