Spicy Curried Chicken With Rice

This Spicy Curried Chicken with Rice is a comforting yet exotic meal that brings bold international flavors to your dinner table. The combination of tender chicken breast pieces with sweet green apple, tart orange peel, and plump raisins creates a delightful balance of textures and tastes. The curry powder and a hint of cayenne provide a warm, spicy kick without overwhelming the palate. Served over fluffy cooked rice, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light lunch. Its an easy-to-make recipe that uses common pantry ingredients to create a restaurant-quality experience at home.

Cooking Method: Boiling

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 4

Calories: 165.0

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Spicy Curried Chicken with Rice is a comforting yet exotic meal that brings bold international flavors to your dinner table. The combination of tender chicken breast pieces with sweet green apple, tart orange peel, and plump raisins creates a delightful balance of textures and tastes. The curry powder and a hint of cayenne provide a warm, spicy kick without overwhelming the palate. Served over fluffy cooked rice, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light lunch. Its an easy-to-make recipe that uses common pantry ingredients to create a restaurant-quality experience at home.

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 medium green apple, unpared and chopped (about 1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1 cup chicken broth or water
2 tablespoons raisins
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
2 cups cooked rice

Directions

1
Cut chicken breast halves into 1-inch pieces.
2
Heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in a 10-inch non-stick skillet over medium heat until hot.
3
Add chicken pieces, salt, and ground red pepper to the skillet.
4
Cook chicken for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fully cooked and no longer pink.
5
Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
6
Add remaining 1 teaspoon oil to the skillet.
7
Add chopped apple, onion, minced garlic, curry powder, and grated orange peel to the skillet.
8
Cook for about 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the apple is tender.
9
Stir in chicken broth (or water), raisins, and the cooked chicken.
10
Heat mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
11
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water until smooth.
12
Stir the cornstarch mixture into the chicken mixture in the skillet.
13
Boil and stir for 1 minute, or until the sauce thickens.
14
Serve immediately over cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 165.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.6g6%
Saturated Fat 1.0g5%
Cholesterol 85.0mg29%
Sodium 74.0mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 31.0g62%

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

Note

Use a firm apple variety like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to ensure it holds its shape during cooking.

Adjust the amount of ground red pepper to control the spice level according to your preference.

This dish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.

For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water.

Keywords: chicken, curry, spicy, apple, orange, raisins, rice, dinner, quick, easy, healthy, international, skillet, one-pot, meal

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