Coconut-Curry Chicken with Steamed Broccoli
Tender chicken simmered in a light coconut-curry sauce with turmeric and ginger, served over fluffy cauliflower rice and bright green steamed broccoli. A high-protein, low-carb, anti-inflammatory dinner that supports fat loss and a sculpted midsection.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Coconut-Curry Chicken is the perfect “eat for abs” meal: 40g+ lean protein, healthy fats from coconut milk that keep hormones happy, and almost zero carbs when paired with cauliflower rice and broccoli. It tastes like creamy restaurant curry but is ready in 25 minutes, naturally dairy-free, and keeps you full for hours without bloating. Perfect for fat-loss phases, meal prep, or when you want comfort food that actually moves you closer to visible abs—this is the curry you’ll crave on repeat!
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Use light coconut milk—same flavor, half the calories.
- Slice chicken thin—cooks in 8 minutes.
- Bloom spices in oil first—unlocks maximum flavor.
- Add broccoli to steamer last 4 minutes—bright green, never mushy.
- Freeze leftovers in portions—reheats perfectly.
- Add a squeeze of lime at the end—brightens everything.
- Double the ginger and turmeric—metabolism + anti-inflammatory boost.
Coconut-Curry Chicken with Steamed Broccoli
Light coconut-curry chicken with steamed broccoli—lean, flavorful abs dinner!
Ingredients
- 1 can (13.5 oz) light coconut milk
- 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp red curry paste (to taste)
- 4 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
- Fresh cilantro & lime wedges
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Slice chicken: Thin strips cook in minutes—abs-friendly prep!
- Bloom spices: Medium-hot pan, add curry paste + ginger + garlic—30 seconds until fragrant.
- Brown chicken: Toss in chicken, cook 4–5 min until no longer pink.
- Pour coconut: Add light coconut milk + turmeric—stir and simmer.
- Season boldly: Salt, pepper, extra curry paste if you like heat!
- Steam broccoli: Separate steamer or basket—4–5 min until bright green.
- Cook cauli rice: Microwave or sauté 3–4 min—fluffy base.
- Finish curry: Squeeze lime juice—brightens everything!
- Plate pretty: Cauli rice, pile of broccoli, generous curry spooned over.
- Garnish & devour: Cilantro, extra lime—your abs just said thank you!
Notes
- Light coconut milk keeps it under 400 cal per huge serving.
- 40g protein + high fiber = stays full for hours.
- Tastes even better day 2—perfect meal prep curry.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 721Total Fat 23gSaturated Fat 7gUnsaturated Fat 17gCholesterol 160mgSodium 134mgCarbohydrates 74gFiber 2gSugar 0gProtein 49g
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Ingredients Notes
- Chicken breast: Lean, high-protein base.
- Light coconut milk: Creamy texture with fewer calories.
- Red curry paste: Concentrated Thai flavor.
- Turmeric & ginger: Anti-inflammatory superstars.
- Broccoli: Fiber + volume, almost no calories.
Variations and Substitutions
- Shrimp or white fish instead of chicken
- Tofu or tempeh for plant-based
- Full-fat coconut milk if maintaining (not cutting)
- Cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or shirataki
- Green or yellow curry paste
- Add bell pepper, zucchini, or snap peas
- Spicy: extra chili flakes or fresh chili
- Serve with quinoa if you need carbs
Storage Options
- Refrigerator: up to 4 days
- Freezer: up to 3 months (sauce may separate slightly—stir when reheating)
- Meal prep: 4 perfect portions ready to go
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