Rama Peanut Chicken

This Rama Peanut Chicken is a delightful fusion of Indian spices and Southeast Asian flavors, creating a comforting yet vibrant meal. The dish centers around thinly sliced boneless chicken breast, which cooks quickly and absorbs the savory-sweet sauce beautifully. Rich coconut milk forms the base, infused with aromatic red curry paste, salty fish sauce, and sweet brown sugar. Crunchy ground roasted peanuts add texture and depth, while fresh frozen spinach provides a nutritious, earthy contrast. This recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a light lunch that doesn't compromise on flavor. It comes together in under an hour, making it an accessible option for home cooks looking to explore new taste profiles without complex techniques. Serve over rice or noodles for a complete, satisfying experience.

Cooking Method: Microwave, Roasting

Cuisine: Indian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 1

Calories: 93.6

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Rama Peanut Chicken is a delightful fusion of Indian spices and Southeast Asian flavors, creating a comforting yet vibrant meal. The dish centers around thinly sliced boneless chicken breast, which cooks quickly and absorbs the savory-sweet sauce beautifully. Rich coconut milk forms the base, infused with aromatic red curry paste, salty fish sauce, and sweet brown sugar. Crunchy ground roasted peanuts add texture and depth, while fresh frozen spinach provides a nutritious, earthy contrast. This recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a light lunch that doesn't compromise on flavor. It comes together in under an hour, making it an accessible option for home cooks looking to explore new taste profiles without complex techniques. Serve over rice or noodles for a complete, satisfying experience.

Ingredients

1/2 pound Chicken breast (boneless) ,
1 can coconut milk (14 oz)
2 tbsp Red curry paste
1/4 cup Fish sauce
3 tbsp Brown sugar
1 cup Ground roasted peanuts
1 package Frozen chopped spinach

Directions

1
Slice the boneless chicken breast very thinly.
2
Microwave the frozen chopped spinach until defrosted, then drain thoroughly to remove excess water.
3
Place the sliced chicken in a microwave-safe dish and pour the coconut milk over it.
4
Microwave the chicken and coconut milk on medium heat for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
5
Remove the cooked chicken from the coconut milk and set aside.
6
In the remaining coconut milk in the dish, add the red curry paste, brown sugar, fish sauce, and ground roasted peanuts.
7
Microwave the sauce mixture on medium heat, stirring constantly, for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and thicken.
8
Stir in the drained spinach and the cooked chicken.
9
Microwave for another 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 93.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.0g4%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Cholesterol 48.2mg17%
Sodium 42.0mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 17.6g36%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and fish sauce, substituting the fish sauce with soy sauce or tamari for saltiness.

Ensure the spinach is drained very well to prevent the sauce from becoming watery.

Adjust the amount of red curry paste based on your preferred heat level.

Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles to soak up the flavorful sauce.

If using a stovetop, simmer the sauce gently rather than boiling to preserve the texture of the peanuts.

Keywords: chicken, peanut, curry, coconut, spinach, indian, thai, fusion, microwave, quick, easy, weeknight, dinner, fish sauce, red curry, savory, creamy, healthy, protein, vegetarian option

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