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Easy Chinese Curry Chicken

Easy Chinese Curry Chicken: Quick Comfort for Any Night

This Easy Chinese Curry Chicken is a quick, flavorful dish perfect for any night, ready in under 25 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust for dietary needs
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine Or Dry Sherry, swap for chicken broth for a non-alcoholic option
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Helps tenderize the chicken and thicken the sauce
For the Curry Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Curry Powder S&B Japanese curry powder recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder Optional, for color
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Add according to spice tolerance
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil Or Vegetable Oil
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Ensure gluten-free if required
For the Vegetables
  • 1 White Onion Can substitute with yellow or red onion
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly minced
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper Or any bell pepper for variety
  • 1 Carrot Sliced thinly

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine thinly sliced chicken breast with salt, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch. Stir until the chicken is evenly coated and allow it to marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat peanut oil over medium heat. Add the chopped white onion and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Toss in the minced ginger, green bell pepper, and sliced carrot, stirring constantly for 2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth along with sugar, a pinch of salt, and oyster sauce. Stir the mixture, then bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Lower the heat to a simmer and add the marinated chicken pieces. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  5. Remove from heat and serve hot over rice or with naan bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is adaptable for gluten-free diets. Feel free to swap vegetables or protein based on your preference.

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