Cooking Light Express Curried Chicken Saute
Experience a burst of vibrant flavors with this Cooking Light Express Curried Chicken Sauté—a quick and wholesome recipe perfect for busy weeknights. Tender pieces of lightly seasoned chicken are sautéed to golden perfection, then simmered in a fragrant coconut milk-based curry sauce infused with warming spices like curry powder, cumin, and turmeric. This 30-minute recipe is a beautifully balanced dish, combining aromatic sautéed onions and garlic with the creamy richness of light coconut milk. Garnished with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and served best with steamed rice or fluffy naan, this dish is as healthy as it is delicious. With simple ingredients and bold flavor, it's an irresistible choice for curry lovers craving a lighter, hassle-free dinner option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1.5 tablespoons curry powder
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 1 cup coconut milk (light)
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Peel and finely chop the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they are lightly browned but not fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic, curry powder, ground cumin, and ground turmeric. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices and release their aroma.
Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring well to combine the spices into the liquid. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if desired.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro leaves, if using, and serve hot. Pair with steamed rice or naan bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1060 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.8 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 4656 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 145.2 g | 290% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1541 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
