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Chinese Curry Chicken

Delicious Chinese Curry Chicken in 25 Minutes or Less

Quick and easy Chinese Curry Chicken, packed with flavor and ready in 25 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast Substitution: Use tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing Wine Substitution: Replace with chicken broth for a non-alcoholic version.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
For the Spices
  • 2 tbsp Curry Powder S&B Japanese curry powder is recommended.
  • 1 tbsp Turmeric Powder
  • 1 tsp Chili Flakes Optional addition.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Peanut Oil Substitution: Use vegetable oil.
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Oyster Sauce
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium White Onion
  • 1 in Ginger Minced.
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper Chopped.
  • 1 medium Carrot Sliced.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine thinly sliced chicken breast with salt, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch. Mix until well-coated and marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add peanut oil. Once hot, toss in the chopped white onion and sauté for 1 minute until translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced ginger, chopped green bell pepper, and sliced carrot along with the curry powder, turmeric powder, and optional chili flakes. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth, sugar, and oyster sauce. Stir well and let it come to a gentle boil for 1 minute.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low and add the marinated chicken. Cook for approximately 2 minutes, stirring occasionally until no longer pink.
  6. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with extra chili flakes or fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can easily be adapted for gluten-free diets. Adjust spice levels to cater to your family's preferences.

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