Thai Yellow Chicken Curry

Thai Yellow Chicken Curry is a easy Thai recipe that serves 4. 350 calories per serving. Recipe by Flo Lum on YouTube.

Prep: 15 min | Cook: 30 min | Total: 55 min

Cost: $9.90 total, $2.48 per serving

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs (Boneless, skinless, cut into 1.5‑inch pieces)
  • 1 large Shallot (Sliced into strips)
  • 1 pound Warba Potatoes (Quartered; can substitute white or red potatoes)
  • 3 tablespoons Yellow Curry Paste (Thai brand such as Roy D; any yellow curry paste works)
  • 1 can Coconut Milk (Full‑fat, 13.5 oz; shake before opening)
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth (Low‑sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar (Balances flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce (Thai fish sauce for umami)
  • 8 leaves Thai Basil Leaves (Torn into strips; can use regular basil or cilantro)
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil (For sautéing)

Instructions

  1. Prep Ingredients

    Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs and cut into 1.5‑inch pieces. Slice the shallot into thin strips. Quarter the potatoes.

    Time: PT10M

  2. Sauté Shallot

    Heat the Dutch oven over medium heat, add 1 Tbsp vegetable oil, then add the sliced shallot. Cook, stirring, for about 2–3 minutes until softened.

    Time: PT3M

    Temperature: medium heat

  3. Toast Curry Paste

    Add 3 Tbsp yellow curry paste to the pot and stir for 1 minute to release its aromas.

    Time: PT1M

    Temperature: medium heat

  4. Deglaze with Coconut Milk

    Pour in 2 Tbsp coconut milk, stirring to combine the paste into a smooth sauce.

    Time: PT1M

    Temperature: medium heat

  5. Cook Chicken

    Add the chicken pieces, stirring to coat them in the curry sauce. Cook for about 3 minutes until the chicken is lightly browned on the outside.

    Time: PT3M

    Temperature: medium heat

  6. Add Potatoes, Remaining Coconut Milk & Broth

    Stir in the remaining coconut milk, the quartered potatoes, and 1 cup chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

    Time: PT5M

    Temperature: medium‑high heat

  7. Simmer Curry

    Reduce heat to medium‑low, cover the pot, and let the curry simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork‑tender.

    Time: PT15M

    Temperature: medium‑low heat

  8. Season

    Stir in 1 Tbsp sugar and 2 Tbsp fish sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

    Time: PT2M

    Temperature: medium‑low heat

  9. Finish with Basil

    Turn off the heat and fold in the torn Thai basil leaves. Let the residual heat wilt the basil.

    Time: PT1M

  10. Serve

    Ladle the curry into bowls and serve hot over steamed jasmine rice.

    Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
350
Protein
20 g
Carbohydrates
30 g
Fat
18 g
Fiber
4 g

Dietary info: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo-Friendly, Keto-Friendly (moderate carbs)

Allergens: Coconut, Fish

Last updated: March 11, 2026

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Thai Yellow Chicken Curry

Recipe by Flo Lum

A classic Thai yellow chicken curry made with tender chicken thighs, potatoes, coconut milk, and aromatic yellow curry paste. Finished with Thai basil for fresh flavor, this stovetop version is quick, easy, and perfect served over rice.

EasyThaiServes 4

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Source Video
15m
Prep
26m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
51m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$9.90
Total cost
$2.48
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Sauté the shallot until softened (Step 2).
  • Toast the yellow curry paste to release aromatics (Step 3).
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer before covering (Step 6).
  • Simmer the curry until potatoes are tender (Step 7).
  • Add Thai basil at the end to keep its flavor fresh (Step 9).

Safety Warnings

  • Handle hot oil and pot handles with care to avoid burns.
  • Fish sauce is high in sodium; use sparingly if you have hypertension.

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