Low Fat Panang Chicken
Looking for a healthier twist on Thai comfort food? This Low Fat Panang Chicken recipe delivers all the creamy, bold flavors of traditional Panang curry with a lighter touch. Made with tender strips of chicken breast, aromatic kaffir lime leaves, and a rich blend of Panang curry paste and low-fat coconut milk, this dish strikes the perfect balance of spice, sweetness, and tang. Bright red bell peppers and fresh sweet basil add vibrant color and freshness, while a squeeze of lime ties the whole dish together. Ready in just 35 minutes, this guilt-free meal is perfect for busy weeknights and pairs beautifully with fluffy Jasmine rice. A delectable, low-calorie solution for fans of Thai cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 400 ml Low-fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Panang curry paste
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 4 leaves Kaffir lime leaves
- 1 Red bell pepper
- 1 cup Sweet basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 Lime
Instructions
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips about 1/2 inch wide for even cooking and set aside.
Deseed and slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and set aside.
Roll and bruise the kaffir lime leaves to release their aroma and set aside.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the teaspoon of vegetable oil.
Add the Panang curry paste and fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly.
Pour in the low-fat coconut milk and stir to combine with the curry paste, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the sliced chicken to the skillet, stirring to ensure all pieces are coated in the sauce.
Add the fish sauce and brown sugar, and stir well to blend the flavors.
Add the kaffir lime leaves, red bell pepper strips, and salt. Continue to simmer the mixture for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the peppers are tender.
Remove from heat and stir in the sweet basil leaves.
Squeeze the juice of one lime over the curry and stir to combine before serving.
Serve the Low Fat Panang Chicken hot with Jasmine rice or your preferred side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1088 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.5 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 430 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 4930 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 153.3 g | 307% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 533 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 2568 mg | 55% | |
*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.
