Thai Red Chicken with Creamy Tomato Spinach Sauce

By Sho @ Hungry for Thai on Sep 3rd 2025

Baked Thai Red Curry Chicken with Creamy Tomato Spinach Sauce

This recipe is a little twist on traditional Thai cooking—a fusion of Thai flavors with a creamy sauce.

Normally, when I make Thai curries like my green curry chicken, pumpkin red curry, or yellow curry, the method is to simmer everything in a pot and serve with fluffy jasmine rice.

But this Baked Thai Red Curry Chicken with Creamy Spinach Sauce is different.

Instead of boiling, the chicken is marinated in Thai red curry paste and coconut milk, then baked (or air-fried!) on a bed of vegetables.

Finally, it’s topped with a smooth tomato–spinach cream sauce that gives it a rich, comforting finish.

What You'll Need

Ingredient Spotlight:

• Chicken Breasts – The star of the dish. They soak up the Thai red curry marinade and stay juicy after baking or air frying.
• Red Curry Paste – Brings that bold, authentic Thai flavor with a balance of spice, savory notes, and aromatics.
• Coconut Milk – Adds creaminess and a touch of natural sweetness, blending perfectly with the red curry paste.
• Zucchini – Acts as the veggie base for the chicken, soaking up the curry juices while baking.

For the Creamy Sauce:

• Cooking Oil – Helps sauté the onion and tomatoes for a richer sauce.
• Chopped Onion – Adds sweetness and depth to the cream sauce.
• Cherry Tomatoes – Give the sauce a tangy, juicy burst of flavor.
• Paprika Powder – Adds warmth and subtle smokiness.
• Black Pepper – Enhances the savory flavors with a gentle kick.
• Salt – A simple seasoning that enhances all the flavors.
• Cream Sauce – The key to that luscious, smooth finish. It blends beautifully with spinach.
• Baby Spinach – Provides freshness, color, and nutrients, balancing the richness of the sauce.

Why You’ll Love This Thai Red Chicken with Creamy Tomato Spinach Sauce Recipe 💗

• Combines bold Thai red curry flavors with a silky smooth Western-style cream sauce.
• Perfect balance of savory, spicy, and creamy in every bite.
• A healthy dinner option with zucchini and spinach tucked right in.
• Looks fancy, but it’s actually simple enough for a weeknight meal!

How to Cook Thai Red Chicken with Creamy Tomato Spinach Sauce

1. Mix coconut milk, red curry paste, and salt. Score chicken breasts, rub with marinade, and rest 15–20 mins.
2. Layer sliced zucchini in a baking dish, place chicken on top.
3. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 mins, until cooked through.
4. Sauté onion in oil, add cherry tomatoes, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir in cream sauce, then spinach until wilted.
5. Serve chicken over zucchini and top with creamy tomato spinach sauce.

💡 Quick tip: While the oven works great, I actually recommend using an air fryer to make this dish even easier.

What to Serve With

Looking for the perfect sides to round out your meal? Here are some tasty ideas:

🥗 Starter: Pork Satay with a light peanut dipping sauce.

🥩 Main Course: Steamed jasmine rice, coconut rice, mashed potatoes or naan to soak up that creamy sauce.

🍛 Side Dish: A crisp cucumber salad for a refreshing contrast.

🍰 Dessert: Sweet Thai mango sticky rice for a fruity finish.

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Tender chicken, zucchini, and spinach with a rich creamy sauce.

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It’s hearty enough to serve as a family dinner favorite, yet elegant enough for hosting or meal prep when you want something special.

If you’re looking for a red curry Thai chicken recipe that’s both comforting and a little out of the ordinary, this is it!

The air fryer keeps the chicken juicy inside while giving it a nice golden finish on the outside—perfect when paired with the creamy spinach sauce.

Whether you call it Thai red coconut curry chicken, red Thai chicken curry with vegetables, or a simple baked Thai red curry chicken with creamy spinach sauce, one thing’s for sure: this dish will impress everyone at the table.