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Turmeric Chicken

Savor This Juicy Turmeric Chicken for a Healthy Delight

This Turmeric Chicken recipe combines juicy chicken with vibrant spices, creating a healthy and satisfying meal packed with anti-inflammatory benefits.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Healthy, Indian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut into 1-inch cubes
For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated
For the Spices
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for heat
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Or lime juice as a substitute
For Optional Sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup Optional
For Garnishing
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
For Added Nutrition
  • 2 cups Chopped Vegetables e.g., broccoli, bell peppers, spinach
  • 1 cup Chickpeas Rinsed, optional
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice, Quinoa, or Cauliflower Rice For serving

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté chopped onion for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle ground turmeric, cumin, coriander, and red pepper flakes into the skillet, stirring for 30 seconds.
  5. Add cubed chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
  6. Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet for extra flavor.
  7. Cover skillet and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes.
  8. Stir in any chopped vegetables if using, cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  9. In the last 5 minutes, add rinsed chickpeas if using.
  10. Mix in lemon juice and honey or maple syrup, adjusting seasoning as needed.
  11. Plate dish over cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice, garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor. Watch cook time to avoid dryness.

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