Curried Rice With Chicken & Walnuts

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A warm, aromatic one-pan dish featuring tender chicken, fragrant rice, and crunchy toasted walnuts in a rich curry sauce.
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Curried Rice With Chicken & Walnuts

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 729.6

Description

This comforting one-pan meal brings together tender cubes of chicken breast with aromatic rice, all simmered in a creamy, golden curry sauce. The blend of curry powder, ginger, and allspice creates a warm, inviting flavor profile that feels both exotic and homey. Crunchy walnuts add a delightful textural contrast to the soft rice and meat, while a touch of yogurt stirred in at the end ensures a velvety finish. It is an excellent choice for a quick weeknight dinner that feels special without requiring hours in the kitchen. The dish is hearty enough to satisfy hungry appetites but light enough to enjoy on cooler evenings. Serve it straight from the skillet for a rustic presentation that brings warmth to any family table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat the canola oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the cubed chicken breast to the skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the curry powder, flour, ground ginger, and ground allspice, coating the chicken evenly.
  4. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until the mixture is smooth and forms a light sauce.
  5. Add the uncooked aromatic rice and 1 cup of water to the skillet, stirring to combine.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in the plain nonfat yogurt until fully incorporated.
  8. Fold in the coarsely chopped walnuts and let stand for 2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 729.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 46.9g73%
Saturated Fat 6.5g33%
Cholesterol 160.7mg54%
Sodium 143.6mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 13.4g5%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g15%
Sugars 5.1g
Protein 63.2g127%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: curry, chicken, rice, walnuts, one-pan, easy, weeknight, dinner, aromatic, comfort food, ginger, allspice, simmered, family meal, quick, healthy, protein, grain bowl, warm, spiced
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