Panang Chicken Curry

If you’re craving something rich, creamy, and packed with bold flavor, this Panang Chicken Curry is about to become a new favorite. It’s the kind of cozy, takeout-style dish you can easily make at home, with tender slices of chicken simmered in a velvety coconut sauce. Sweet bell peppers and onions add color and crunch and balance everything into that perfect sweet-salty-tangy harmony. Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner or just want something better-than-takeout, this curry delivers big flavor with simple ingredients and minimal effort.

The recipe can be found here.

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the oil. Once hot, sauté the onion for about 2 minutes until it begins to soften. Add the bell peppers, ginger, and garlic, and continue cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly tender.

Stir in the Panang curry paste and creamy peanut butter until fully combined and aromatic. Pour in 1½ cans of coconut milk, stirring to create a smooth sauce. In a separate bowl, whisk the cornstarch into the remaining ½ can of coconut milk until dissolved, then pour it into the skillet and stir everything together.

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then add the sliced chicken and stir to coat. Continue simmering for 10–15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

Once the chicken is cooked through, stir in the brown sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, and fresh basil. Let the curry continue to simmer for another 5 minutes so the flavors can meld together.

While the curry finishes cooking, prepare the rice according to package instructions. Serve the Panang chicken curry hot over a bed of fluffy rice and enjoy.

The recipe can be found here.

This Panang Chicken Curry is the perfect balance of creamy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors, all wrapped up in a rich coconut sauce that feels both comforting and vibrant. The tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and fragrant basil come together to create a dish that tastes like it came straight from your favorite Thai restaurant.

Happy Cooking!