Quick Chicken Curry
Whip up this delectable quick chicken curry in no time. Succulent pieces of boneless chicken breast are coated in a blend of flour, salt, and cayenne pepper, then simmered in a fragrant curry sauce with onions, garlic, and golden raisins. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a dollop of yogurt, this dish is perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the chicken curry | |
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| 2 | tablespoons flour |
| 1 | teaspoon salt |
| 1⁄2 | teaspoon cayenne pepper |
| 1 | lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 ½-inch pieces |
| 2 | tablespoons canola oil |
| 1 | tablespoon curry powder |
| 1 | medium onion, sliced |
| 2 | garlic cloves, minced |
| 1 | cup chicken broth |
| 1⁄3 | cup golden raisins |
| 1 1⁄2 | tablespoons tomato paste |
| 1⁄4 | cup chopped fresh cilantro |
| 1⁄4 | cup plain nonfat yogurt |
Instructions
For the chicken curry | |
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| 1. | Combine flour, salt, and cayenne pepper in a plastic bag. Add chicken in batches, shaking to coat evenly. |
| 2. | Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. |
| 3. | Add the coated chicken and cook until lightly browned. Sprinkle curry powder over the chicken and toss to coat. |
| 4. | Transfer the chicken to a plate. |
| 5. | In the same pan, add sliced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2 minutes, then stir in chicken broth, golden raisins, and tomato paste. |
| 6. | Return the chicken to the pan. Simmer uncovered for 8 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened. |
| 7. | Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and a dollop of plain nonfat yogurt. |
| 8. | Serve with quick cooking minute rice, if desired. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 284.5 kcal |
| Protein | 27.9 g |
| Fat | 10.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 19.3 g |
| Fiber | 1.9 g |
| Sugar | 10.5 g |
Published on Aug 16, 2024 by Luminița