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Curry chicken with ginger

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Curry chicken with ginger

Ginger curry chicken is a recipe that combines exotic and traditional flavors, widely appreciated in various cultures. Its origin dates back to the influence of Indian cuisine, where the use of curry is common for seasoning meats and vegetables. In Latin America, this dish is known by different variants and names, although it is generally maintained as "curry chicken." In countries like Mexico, Argentina, and Colombia, it is simply recognized as chicken with curry sauce, while in Peru and Chile it may include native ingredients that enrich the flavor.

This recipe represents the fusion of Eastern flavors with Western culinary techniques, highlighting the use of ginger, which adds a fresh and slightly spicy touch, and cream to soften the overall taste. Its popularity has grown throughout the region for being comforting, nutritious, and easy to prepare for any occasion.

How to Prepare Ginger Curry Chicken

Sprinkle the chicken pieces with lemon juice and let them rest for 30 minutes.

Dry with paper towels.

Mix flour, salt, and pepper.

Coat the chicken pieces to cover them evenly.

In a heavy skillet with a tight-fitting lid, heat the oil and butter.

Cook the chicken, sprinkling with the remaining flour mixture, until golden brown on both sides.

Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Add the onion and cook until golden brown.

Add the curry powder and cook for 2 minutes.

Gradually whisk in the water and cream, cook until thickened.

Add the chicken stock base and ginger, stir and return the chicken to the skillet.

Cover and simmer, turning the chicken once, for 40 minutes or until the chicken is tender.

Transfer to a warm platter and surround with lime wedges.

Serve with rice.

Curry chicken with ginger

Ingredients (14)

  • Chicken pieces
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • All-purpose flour
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Oil
  • Butter
  • Onion
  • Curry powder
  • Water
  • Heavy cream
  • Chicken broth
  • Candied ginger
  • Lime slice

Instructions (14 steps)

  1. 1 Sprinkle the chicken pieces with lemon juice and let rest for 30 minutes
  2. 2 Pat dry with paper towels
  3. 3 Mix flour, salt, and pepper
  4. 4 Dredge the chicken pieces to coat evenly
  5. 5 In a heavy skillet with a tight-fitting lid, heat the oil and butter
  6. 6 Cook the chicken, sprinkling with the remaining flour mixture, until browned on both sides
  7. 7 Remove from the skillet and set aside
  8. 8 Add the onion and cook until golden brown
  9. 9 Add the curry powder and cook for 2 minutes
  10. 10 Gradually whisk in the water and cream, cook until thickened
  11. 11 Add the chicken broth base and ginger, stir and return the chicken to the skillet
  12. 12 Cover and simmer, turning the chicken once, for 40 minutes or until the chicken is tender
  13. 13 Transfer to a warm platter and surround with lime wedges
  14. 14 Serve with rice

Nutritional Information

Calories: 379 kcal
Protein: 37%
Carbohydrates: 2%
Fat: 46%
Sugar: 5%
Sodium: 20%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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Main Dishes

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