This unique microwave chicken curry offers a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner solution. Tender chicken pieces are braised in a rich, aromatic sauce infused with curry powder, turmeric, ginger, and allspice. The addition of tart apples and green peas provides a subtle sweetness and fresh crunch that balances the warm spices perfectly. Thinly sliced onions and green peppers soften into the sauce, creating a hearty texture without the need for long stovetop simmering. It is an easy, one-dish meal that delivers complex Indian-inspired flavors in a fraction of the time. Serve it hot over steamed rice or with warm naan bread for a satisfying, home-cooked experience that the whole family will enjoy.
Chicken Curry Iii
Description
This unique microwave chicken curry offers a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner solution. Tender chicken pieces are braised in a rich, aromatic sauce infused with curry powder, turmeric, ginger, and allspice. The addition of tart apples and green peas provides a subtle sweetness and fresh crunch that balances the warm spices perfectly. Thinly sliced onions and green peppers soften into the sauce, creating a hearty texture without the need for long stovetop simmering. It is an easy, one-dish meal that delivers complex Indian-inspired flavors in a fraction of the time. Serve it hot over steamed rice or with warm naan bread for a satisfying, home-cooked experience that the whole family will enjoy.Ingredients
Directions
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Peel and crush 2 cloves of garlic.
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In a small mixing bowl, combine 1 tablespoon ground allspice, 1 teaspoon ground ginger powder, 1 tablespoon curry powder, 1 tablespoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
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Cut a 1 medium broiler-fryer chicken into 8 pieces.
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Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken pieces with your hands.
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Peel and thinly slice 2 large tomatoes.
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Dice 1 medium green pepper and thinly slice 2 large onions.
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In a deep, 3-quart, heat-resistant, non-metallic casserole, add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil.
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Add the diced green pepper, sliced onions, and crushed garlic to the oil.
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Microwave uncovered for 2 1/2 minutes, or until the onions and peppers are tender.
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Add the seasoned chicken, sliced tomatoes, and 1 cup of chicken stock (or bouillon dissolved in hot water) to the vegetable mixture.
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Cover the dish and microwave for 10 minutes.
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Stir in 1/2 cup chopped tart apple, 1 cup green peas, and the remaining 1 cup of chicken stock.
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Cover and microwave for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
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Microwave for 3 more minutes if needed to ensure the peas are heated through.
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Serve hot over steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 60.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.9g6%
- Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 3.3mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.3g3%
- Dietary Fiber 1.4g6%
- Sugars 2.7g
- Protein 0.9g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
