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a serving of chinese chicken curry on a bed of jasmine rice.
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Chinese Chicken Curry

Chinese Chicken Curry is a wonderfully flavorful dish that's both easy to make and delicious to eat. Packed with tender chicken, aromatic spices, and colorful vegetables, it's a perfect meal for any night of the week. Serve it over rice or with your favorite sides for a satisfying and hearty dinner your family will love.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Keyword: chicken curry, chinese chicken curry
Servings: 4
Calories: 277kcal
Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 1 pound chicken breast boneless and skinless, cut into thin slices
  • 3 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teasoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
  • 1½ cup chicken broth low sodium or no sodium added
  • 1 large carrot thinly sliced
  • 1 medium bell pepper cut into strips
  • ½ cup frozen peas
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh cilantro for garnish
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Instructions

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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  • Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until they are no longer pink on the outside.
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  • Sprinkle the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander over the chicken, stirring well to coat evenly.
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  • Pour in the soy sauce and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Add the sliced carrot and bell pepper, and let the curry simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Add the frozen peas in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
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  • Taste the curry and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve the curry hot over cooked rice, and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
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Notes

  1. Cut Chicken Evenly: For uniform cooking, try to slice the chicken breast into even-sized pieces.
  2. Customize the Veggies: Feel free to swap in other vegetables you have on hand, like broccoli or snap peas.
  3. Watch the Heat: Keep an eye on the curry while it simmers to ensure it doesn't burn or stick to the pan.
  4. Serve Fresh: This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but if you have leftovers, they reheat well for a quick meal later.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 522mg | Potassium: 833mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 4496IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 3mg