Massaman Chicken
Massaman Chicken is a flavorful Thai Thai Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionHeat oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat.
Season chicken with salt and cook in batches, skin side down, until golden brown (do not turn), 8–10 minutes; transfer to a plate.
Cook potatoes in same pot, turning occasionally, until brown, 8–10 minutes; transfer to another plate.
Cook onions in pot, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 5–8 minutes; transfer to plate with potatoes.
Add curry paste to pot and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 4 minutes.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until reduced by half, 5–7 minutes.
Add chicken, coconut milk, and broth.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until chicken is very tender, 1–1 1/2 hours.
Return potatoes and onions to pot and cook until potatoes are soft, about 30 minutes.
Remove from heat and mix in fish sauce, lime juice, palm sugar, and chile powder; season with salt and pepper.
Top with cilantro and shallots.
Serve with rice.
DO AHEAD: Chicken can be made 2 days ahead.
Cover and chill.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.