Best 9 Chicken Curry In A Hurry Recipes

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Craving a savory and flavorsome chicken curry but short on time? Look no further! This article presents a curated selection of quick and easy chicken curry recipes that cater to your fast-paced lifestyle. With minimal preparation and cooking time, these recipes are designed to deliver a restaurant-quality curry experience in the comfort of your own kitchen. From creamy coconut curries to fiery vindaloos, there's something for every palate in this comprehensive guide. So, get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delectable chicken curry that fits perfectly into your busy schedule.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN CURRY IN A HURRY



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Watch out or you might get pulled over for a speeding ticket in the kitchen! Ready in 20 minutes. :)

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Curries

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 medium onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup golden raisin
1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup plain nonfat yogurt

Steps:

  • Mix together flour, salt and cayenne pepper in a plastic bag; add chicken in small batches, shaking to coat.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken and cook until lightly browned; then add curry powder and toss to coat.
  • Remove from pan.
  • Add onion and garlic to pan, adding a little more oil if necessary, and cook for 2 minutes, then add broth, raisins, and tomato paste.
  • Return chicken to pan and simmer uncovered for 8 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened.
  • Garnish with cilantro and a dollop of yogurt.
  • Serve with quick cooking minute rice, if desired.

CHICKEN CURRY IN A HURRY



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Chicken Curry in a Hurry

Provided by Kate Merker

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup white rice
1.5 tablespoons olive oil
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons curry powder
0.5 cup plain yogurt
0.75 cup heavy cream
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained (optional)
meat from 1 rotisserie chicken, sliced or shredded
0.25 cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Cook the rice according to the package directions.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onion and cook, occasionally stirring, for 7 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with the curry powder and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  • Add the yogurt and cream and simmer gently for 3 minutes. Stir in the salt, pepper, and tomatoes (if desired). Remove from heat.
  • Divide the rice and chicken among individual bowls, spoon the sauce over the top, and sprinkle with the cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 126 mg, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 262 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 22 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHICKEN CURRY IN A HURRY



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 teaspoon each coriander seeds, cumin seeds, mustard seeds
2 cups basmati rice, prepared according to package directions
3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil, 3 turns of the pan
1 1/3 to 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast tenders, diced
2 to 4 cloves garlic, minced, mild to extra spicy
1 to 2 inches fresh ginger root, minced or grated, mild to extra spicy
1 large yellow skinned onion, peeled and chopped
1 can chicken broth, about 2 cups
2 tablespoons curry paste, mild or hot
1/3 to 1/2 cup mincemeat
Coarse salt
2 tablespoons flour
4 scallions, chopped
1 cup toasted coconut
1/2 cup sliced almonds or Spanish peanuts
1 cup prepared mango chutney
1 /4 cup finely chopped cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Prepare rice to package directions. For spicy rice, toast coriander, cumin and mustard seeds in the bottom of a medium saucepan in 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil. When seeds pop and you can smell seasonings, add water and prepare rice as directed.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large, deep nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and lightly brown. Remove chicken. To same pan, add garlic, ginger and onions and saute together for 3 to 5 minutes. Add flour and cook 1 to 2 minutes. Add chicken broth to the pan and bring to a bubble. Add curry paste and mincemeat and reduce heat to medium low. Add chicken pieces back to the pan. Taste and add a little salt, if you feel it necessary. Simmer curry 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Assemble your toppings in small dishes. Serve curry in shallow bowls with scoops of rice or spiced Basmati. Garnish with any or all of your toppings.

CHICKEN CURRY IN A HURRY



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A quick and easy main dish. You can adjust the amount of curry to your taste. I serve this over rice and just add a veggie.

Provided by Judith

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 whole chicken breasts, skinned &,boned
1/2 lb thinly sliced fresh mushrooms
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons oil
2 1/2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder (more if you REALLY like curry)
1 cup finely chopped apple
1/4 cup snipped parsley
1 cup milk
3/4 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into bite size pieces.
  • Saute chicken, mushroom and onion in oil in large skillet until chicken is lightly browned on all sides and completely cooked, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in flour, salt, and curry powder.
  • Add apple and parsley.
  • Stir in milk and broth.
  • Simmer, stirring constantly for three minutes or until apple pieces are crisp tender.
  • Serve over rice.

CHICKEN HURRY



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This is a quick and easy dish to make. Great for potlucks, family dinners, or cold the next day with salad for a picnic. This sauce is also great on pork spare ribs. Serve hot with rice and salad.

Provided by MOM2112

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
½ cup ketchup
¼ cup water
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place chicken pieces in a single layer in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the ketchup, water, brown sugar and dry soup mix. Carefully pour over the chicken, making sure that all of the pieces are covered.
  • Cover dish and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 170.3 mg, Fat 34.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 42.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 796.9 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

22-MINUTE COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY



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This 22-minute South Indian-inspired chicken dinner is based on takeout versions served at Manhattan's Curry Row.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     22-Minute Meals     Curry     Dinner     Quick & Easy     Chicken     Coconut     Ginger     Cashew     Spinach     Garlic     Takeout at Home

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (about 4 breasts or 7 thighs), cut into 1" cubes
2½ teaspoons mild curry powder
1½ teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons virgin coconut or vegetable oil (plus 2 teaspoons; optional)
½ medium onion, chopped
1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk (preferably full-fat)
1 (2½") piece ginger, peeled
4 garlic cloves, peeled
¼ cup raw cashews, chopped (optional)
1½ teaspoons yellow and/or black mustard seeds (optional)
5 ounces baby spinach
Cilantro leaves with tender stems and cooked rice or naan (Indian flatbread; for serving)

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with curry powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet (at least 12" in diameter) over medium-high. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Purée coconut milk, ginger, and garlic in a blender until very smooth.
  • Add chicken and coconut milk mixture to skillet and cook, tossing occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened, 7-10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, if using, heat 2 tsp. oil in a small skillet over medium. Add cashews and mustard seeds and cook, stirring, until fragrant and lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Immediately transfer mixture including the oil to a small bowl.
  • Fold spinach into chicken mixture and cook until wilted, about 1 minute. Divide among 4 bowls. Top with cilantro and cashew mixture, if using. Serve with rice or naan alongside.
  • Editor's note: This article has been updated as a part of our archive repair project.

CHICKEN CURRY SALAD IN A HURRY



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Just a simple no frills chicken salad recipe I came up with. It can be made quickly and easily with most ingredients on hand. Enjoy it on bread, in a pita pocket, or over a bed of lettuce.

Provided by Buddy Greer

Categories     Salad     Curry Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 rotisserie chicken, meat and skin removed and chopped
2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup chopped apple
½ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon curry powder
½ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Mix the chicken, eggs, mayonnaise, apple, celery, onion, curry powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 199.2 mg, Fat 37.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 40.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 276.1 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CURRY IN A HURRY



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Curry needn't be a chore-like undertaking - here's a curry you can prepare in minutes

Provided by Mary Cadogan

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tbsp sunflower oil
1 red onion , thinly sliced
1 garlic clove
2 tsp ready-prepared ginger from a jar
½-1tsp ready chopped chillies , from a jar
200g can chopped tomatoes
200g raw peeled prawns or chopped skinless boneless chicken
2 tsp gujarati masala , or garam masala
3 tbsp low fat yogurt
handful coriander leaves, roughly chopped or torn

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pan, add onion and fry until they colour. Crush the garlic into the pan, add ginger and chilli; cook briefly. Add tomatoes and a quarter of a can of water and bring to the boil. Simmer for 2 mins, add prawns or chicken and gujarati masala, cover and cook for 2-3 mins for prawns and 5-6 mins for chicken.
  • Reduce the heat to a simmer, then stir in the yogurt, a tablespoonful at time. Sprinkle with coriander and serve with warm garlic and coriander naans and a crisp salad of cucumber, shredded lettuce, sliced red onion and wedges of lemon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 22 grams protein, Sodium 0.75 milligram of sodium

CHICKEN CURRY IN A HURRY



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Food Processor     Chicken     Onion     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Dinner     Lunch     Curry     Healthy     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup mild Indian curry paste (such as Patak's)
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 3-to 3 1/2-pound cut-up chicken
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups chopped onions (about 2 medium)
1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine curry paste, white wine vinegar, ginger, cumin, and cardamom in processor; blend to paste. Transfer spice paste to large bowl; add cut-up chicken pieces and rub to coat well, then sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and any spice paste remaining in bowl to skillet; cook until well browned, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to bowl. Add onions to skillet; sauté until golden, adding water by tablespoonfuls if dry, about 5 minutes. Add diced tomatoes with juice; bring to simmer. Return chicken pieces to skillet. Spoon some of juices in skillet over chicken. Bring to simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook until chicken is cooked through, adding water by 1/4 cupfuls to thin juices, if desired, and turning chicken once, about 25 minutes. Transfer chicken pieces and juices to shallow bowl. Divide chicken equally among 4 plates; sprinkle each portion with chopped fresh cilantro and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will result in a tastier and more flavorful curry.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. Curry is a very versatile dish, so feel free to add or omit spices to suit your own taste.
  • If you're short on time, you can use pre-made curry paste. Just be sure to choose a good quality paste that doesn't contain any artificial ingredients.
  • Serve chicken curry with rice, naan bread, or roti. You can also add a side of yogurt or chutney.

Conclusion:

Chicken curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it's also a good source of protein and vegetables. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken curry a try!

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