Emerald Dragon Chicken
Experience a burst of vibrant flavors with Emerald Dragon Chicken, a mouthwatering fusion of tender, bite-sized chicken and a luscious green sauce packed with fresh spinach, basil, and zesty ginger. This restaurant-quality dish comes together in just 45 minutes, blending the creamy richness of coconut milk with the bold kick of green curry paste, accented by a touch of honey and lime for balance. Perfectly seasoned and simmered to perfection, the chicken absorbs the essence of the velvety Emerald Sauce, making it irresistibly flavorful. Serve it over steamed jasmine rice or noodles and garnish with scallions and sesame seeds for a stunning finish. Ideal for weeknight dinners or impressive entertaining, this healthy, dairy-free recipe is guaranteed to become a new household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 3 cups Spinach (fresh)
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup Coconut milk (unsweetened)
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Ginger (fresh, grated)
- 2 tablespoons Green curry paste
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 stalks Scallions (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the chicken breasts. Cut them into bite-sized pieces and set them aside.
In a blender, combine the spinach, basil leaves, coconut milk, garlic, ginger, green curry paste, lime juice, honey, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the Emerald Sauce.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté them until lightly browned on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, pour in the blended Emerald Sauce and bring it to a gentle simmer. Allow the sauce to cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld together.
Return the sautéed chicken to the skillet and stir to coat each piece with the sauce. Lower the heat and cook for another 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or a splash of lime juice if needed.
Serve the Emerald Dragon Chicken hot over steamed jasmine rice or noodles. Garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.6 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.6 g | 313% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 4746 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.0 g | ||
| Protein | 230.1 g | 460% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 333 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 3378 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
