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Bowl of Thai-inspired coconut red curry chicken udon garnished with herbs

Thai-Inspired Coconut Red Curry Chicken Udon

A creamy, spicy delight that combines tender chicken, chewy udon noodles, and rich coconut milk in one pan, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless chicken thighs or 3 small, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp turmeric
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp oil for pan-frying
  • ½ small onion, chopped
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp red curry paste
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 pack udon, fresh or frozen
  • Veggies of choice (Optional) such as zucchini, broccoli, or snow peas
  • Lime for garnish
  • Cilantro for garnish
  • Red chili flakes for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken with curry powder, garlic powder, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Drizzle a bit of oil over it.
  2. Pan-fry the chicken over medium heat for 5–6 minutes or until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add the onion and garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add red curry paste and mix well to coat the aromatics.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Toss in the udon and the cooked chicken. Let everything simmer together for 2–3 minutes until the noodles loosen and soak up the sauce.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish however you like; add cilantro, a squeeze of lime juice, and red chili flakes for that extra kick!

Notes

Timing is key—stop cooking the chicken just before it’s fully done; it’ll cook more in the sauce. For extra freshness, use zucchini noodles or whatever veggies you have on hand. Want it spicier? Add more red curry paste or toss in some fresh chili. Not a fan of coconut milk? Try heavy cream or almond milk instead. Add some toasted sesame oil right before serving for an extra layer of flavor.