Homemade Curry Chicken

Portions:6
Cooking Time:45 minutes
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Equipment

  • large pan
  • stirring utensil

Ingredients

  • 1 package chicken wing drumettes 3-4 lb. or 1 medium-sized chicken (3-4 lb.), cut into small pieces
  • 3 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • ½ onion diced
  • Optional:
  • 1 teaspoon lemon grass powder or fresh lemon grass finely chopped

Instructions

  • In a large pan, combine water and all the spices (curry powder, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper, sugar).
  • Stir until well mixed.
  • Add the chicken pieces and diced onion to the pan.
  • If using lemon grass, add it to the pan as well.
  • Cook over high heat until the mixture comes to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium.
  • Stir well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce.
  • Cover and simmer for approximately 30-40 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened, and the chicken is well-cooked.
  • Stir the curry chicken every 10 minutes during cooking to ensure even coating with the sauce.
  • If a thinner sauce is desired, more water can be added during cooking.
  • Serve hot with steamed rice.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this aromatic Curry Chicken with a slightly sweet Riesling or a light-bodied Gewürztraminer to balance the spice and enhance the flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 300 kcal | Carbohydrates: 6 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 18 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 3 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine Asian