SOUTHERN-STYLE BRAISED THAI CHICKEN

Southern-Style Braised Thai Chicken image

from A taste of Thai - A most delicious end for a plump pullet! I appreciate the fast prep using things in my pantry with very yum results.

Provided by Busters friend

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon butter
8 pieces chicken thighs (3 1/4 lbs approx)
1 1/2 tablespoons red curry paste
1 teaspoon turmeric, ground (or yellow curry powder)
13 1/2 ounces coconut milk
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375 degree F.
In a large skillet, heat oil and butter over a medium heat. Lightly sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Brown well on all sides and remove to baking dish.
Add Red Curry and turmeric to skillet. Cook until fragrant and dissolved. Add Coconut Milk, Fish Sauce, lime juice and sugar. Stirring, bring sauce to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
Pour curry sauce over chicken and bake 40-45 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Serve with jasmine rice or rice noodles with sauce spooned over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.6, Fat 34.2, SaturatedFat 17.2, Cholesterol 110.4, Sodium 608.1, Carbohydrate 38.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 36.9, Protein 22.8