Thai Curry Noodles with Chicken in a Crazy Good Sauce Recipe
A flavorful and easy Thai curry noodle dish featuring tender chicken strips cooked in a creamy, spicy red curry coconut sauce, served over gluten-free rice noodles and garnished with lime wedges and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Protein & Vegetables
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken, cut into strips
- ½ onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
Sauce & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 2 tablespoons minced ginger
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can coconut milk (about 13.5 oz)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce, gluten-free if desired
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Noodles & Garnish
- 5-6 ounces rice noodles, gluten-free if desired
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Sesame seeds, for serving
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Prepare the rice noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Heat a pan over high heat and add the chicken strips. Cook for a few minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
- Add Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and red curry paste to the pan with the chicken, stirring well to coat the chicken and cook briefly to release the curry’s fragrance.
- Add Vegetables and Aromatics: Stir in the red bell pepper strips, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Cook for about one minute to soften slightly and blend the flavors.
- Add Liquids: Pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine. In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar until sugar dissolves. Add this mixture to the pan.
- Simmer with Noodles: Bring the sauce to a boil. Add the noodles to the pan, reduce heat, cover with a lid, and simmer gently for about 5 minutes, allowing the noodles to soak up the sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Serve the curry noodles hot, garnished with fresh lime wedges and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added texture and brightness.
Notes
- If you want more sauce, add ½ cup of boiled water to the sauce while cooking to thin it out.
- No additional salt is needed, as the soy sauce and fish sauce provide enough saltiness. Avoid adding salt when boiling noodles to prevent over-salting.
