Chicken and Greens in Coconut Milk
A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in creamy coconut milk with a medley of fresh greens and aromatic ginger. This dish highlights the use of readily available local ingredients.
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g Chicken thighs(boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 3 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 tbsp Ginger(freshly grated)
- 400 ml Coconut milk
- 500 g Mixed greens(such as spinach, chard, or bok choy, roughly chopped)
- 1 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper(or to taste)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan or pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned on all sides.
- 2
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Pour in the coconut milk. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, allowing the chicken to become tender.
- 4
Add the chopped mixed greens to the pot. Gently press them down into the liquid. Cover and simmer for another 5-10 minutes, or until the greens are wilted and tender.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
💡 Tip: Ensure the greens are cooked but still vibrant. - 6
Serve hot, typically with steamed rice.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓You can substitute spinach with other leafy greens like kale, chard, or bok choy.
- ✓For a richer flavor, use full-fat coconut milk.
- ✓Adjust the amount of ginger and garlic to your preference.
🔄 Variations
- Add cubed sweet potato or taro to the simmering liquid along with the chicken for a heartier meal.
- A pinch of chili flakes can be added for a touch of heat.