Thai Curry Chicken Breast Saute

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 11
Thai Curry Chicken Breast Saute with Red Curry Paste
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast , cubed ( may be slightly over a lb )
1/2 small lemon
2 -3 tablespoons vegetable oil ( I use a blend )
3 -4 garlic cloves , chopped
1/2 small onion , chopped fine
1 serrano pepper , sliced fine
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
salt and pepper
1/4 cup cilantro , chopped ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
275
Sugar
2g
Fat
15g
This Thai curry chicken breast sauté is a quick, easy, and flavorful main dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's made with boneless chicken breast, red curry paste, curry powder, and fresh herbs and spices, all of which create a rich and aromatic flavor. The dish is usually served with rice or bread, which helps to soak up the delicious sauce. This recipe is suitable for those who like quick and exotic meals with a bit of heat. The dish can be easily customized by adding more or less spice according to your preference.

Instructions

1.First, take a small bowl and squeeze lemon juice in it.
2.Now, take a large skillet and heat oil in it. Add chopped garlic and onion, and sauté for 2 minutes.
3.Add sliced serrano pepper and continue to sauté for another minute.
4.Add cubed chicken breast into the skillet and stir fry until lightly browned, approximately 5 minutes.
5.Mix curry powder and Thai red curry paste in the skillet, and cook chicken for 5 more minutes until it is fully cooked.
6.Add salt and pepper according to your taste.
7.Take it off the heat, add cilantro, and stir well.
8.Serve hot with rice or bread.

PROS

This Thai curry chicken sauté is a quick and easy meal with exotic flavor.

It is flavorful and high in protein due to the chicken breast.

Red curry paste is a good source of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.

CONS

It can be spicy due to the serrano pepper and red curry paste.
If you’re not a fan of heat, reduce the amount of pepper or curry paste.

It may not be suitable for individuals on a low-fat or low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish has many health benefits due to the presence of several health-promoting ingredients.
The chicken breast is high in protein and low in fat, which can help in weight management.
Curry powder and red curry paste contain spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander that have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.
Garlic and onion contain several bioactive compounds such as allicin and quercetin, which have antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties, and may help strengthen immune function.

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