Saturday, September 26, 2009

Curry Chicken ( 3 easy steps)


ingredients:
1 lb.  chicken breast, bite sizes
1  onion, chopped
½ teaspoon ground ginger
4 garlic cloves minced
2 chicken bouillon cubes dissolved in 1 cup of water or 1 cup chicken stock.
2 tbs.Garam Masala
2 tsp. whole coriander seed
1 1/2 tbs. ground cumin
1 tsp. Turmeric powder
1 tsp.  salt
1 tsp. cayenne powder 
1 can 14 oz stewed tomatoes
1 can low fat evaporated milk



1. In a large pan add a couple of spoonfuls of vegetable oil, once it's warm add the chicken and sauté until it's cooked. Next add onions and cook for about 5 minutes or until it has become soft, then add minced garlic and ginger cook for 2 minutes.

2. Add all of the spices to the pan, and stir continuously for about 3 minutes, the spices will release their aroma. Make sure the stewed tomatoes are in small pieces, then add them to the pan, combine thoroughly. Add the bouillon cube and water mixture to the chicken and spices.  

3.  Stir the mixture and cook for another 5 minutes, then reduce heat, and add the milk. Under low heat cover and let it cook for another 10 minutes.  At this point, taste it for heat factor, if you prefer more spice, add it now, then simmer additional 10 minutes.


Very easy and is ready to eat in about 30 minutes. Serve with brown rice and a vegetable of choice.   
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5 comments:

Dinners & Dreams said...

I love curry and this one looks great!

Nisrine

AZKAHUNA said...

Hi Jackie,

When I make curry I add coconut milk. I know it's not the healthiest ingredient but I only use a little. Is there a reason why you don't use it?

Jackie said...

I do use lite coconut milk, this recipe works well without so I post the "healthier" option in this instance.

Jackie said...

I do use lite coconut milk, this recipe works well without so I post the "healthier" option in this instance.

Jackie said...

I do use lite coconut milk, this recipe works well without so I post the "healthier" option in this instance.