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Creamy Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles

A quick and creamy Thai-inspired dish featuring turmeric, chicken, and rice noodles, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 piece onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 8 ounces rice noodles Feel free to substitute with other types of noodles
  • 2 cups fresh spinach Can be replaced with other greens
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro and lime for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add in the sliced onion and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant.
  4. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and turmeric. Add the chicken to the pan, cooking until browned on both sides.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
  2. Add the rice noodles and cook according to package instructions.
  3. Stir in the fresh spinach and soy sauce, letting it wilt.
  4. Adjust seasoning as needed, and serve with fresh cilantro and lime on top.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce and turmeric for 30 minutes before cooking. You can make this dish vegetarian by replacing the chicken with tofu. Consider adding more vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas.