Name: Easy Chinese Curry Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 (12 oz / 340 g) chicken breast, thinly sliced against the grain into 1/4” (5mm) thick pieces; 1/4 tsp salt; 1 tbsp dry sherry; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 1 1/2 tsp curry powder; 1 tsp turmeric powder; 1/4 to 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional for spice level); 2 tbsp peanut oil (or vegetable oil); 1/2 large white onion, chopped; 1/2-inch piece (1 cm) ginger, minced; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 1 carrot, sliced; 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tsp sugar; 1 tsp salt; 2 tsp oyster sauce

Description

This Easy Chinese Curry Chicken is a delicious and quick stir fry that’s perfect for busy weeknights. The tender slices of chicken are marinated to perfection, then cooked with a flavorful blend of curry powder, turmeric, and chili flakes. Paired with fresh vegetables like onions, bell peppers, and carrots, this dish has a beautiful balance of texture and spice.

Ingredients

Scale

1 (12 oz / 340 g) chicken breast, thinly sliced against the grain into 1/4” (5mm) thick pieces
For the Marinade:
1/4 tsp salt
1 tbsp dry sherry
1 tbsp cornstarch
For the Spice Mix:
1 1/2 tsp curry powder
1 tsp turmeric powder
1/4 to 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional for spice level)
For the Stir Fry:
2 tbsp peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
1/2 large white onion, chopped
1/2-inch piece (1 cm) ginger, minced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 carrot, sliced
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
2 tsp oyster sauce

Instructions

Marinate the chicken:
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the chicken, salt, dry sherry, and cornstarch. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated and set aside to marinate.
Cook the vegetables:
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chopped onions and stir-fry for 1 minute.
Add aromatics and spices:
Stir in the minced ginger, bell pepper, carrot, and spice mix (curry powder, turmeric, and optional chili flakes). Cook for about 2 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.
Simmer the sauce:
Pour in the chicken broth, and add the sugar, salt, and oyster sauce. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.
Cook the chicken:
Reduce the heat to medium-low and bring the broth to a simmer. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet, ensuring minimal overlapping of the slices. Gently use a spatula to separate any pieces that are stuck together. Simmer for about 2 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Serve:
Transfer the curry chicken stir fry to a plate. Serve hot over steamed rice for a satisfying main dish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 320