Best 8 Curry Style Chicken And Spinach Recipes

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Do you crave a flavorful and nutritious meal that combines the bold spices of curry with the goodness of chicken and spinach? Look no further! In this article, we'll guide you through finding the best recipe for a delectable curry style chicken and spinach dish. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy curry, creamy or dry texture, we'll help you navigate the culinary world and discover the perfect recipe that tantalizes your taste buds and nourishes your body. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where succulent chicken, vibrant spinach, and aromatic spices come together in perfect harmony.

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CHICKEN AND SPINACH CURRY



Chicken and Spinach Curry image

A wonderful way to use spinach, cooked with the chicken and flavoured with chillies and spices. My daughter eats this so often she has muscles like Popeye--it's good.

Provided by Brian Holley

Categories     Curries

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 lbs chicken, jointed and skinned
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ground fennel
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
4 tablespoons oil
2 medium onions, chopped
1 inch piece fresh ginger, grated
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3 fluid ounces water
2 ounces butter
2 garlic cloves, chopped
8 curry leaves
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
2 dried red chilies, chopped
1 lb fresh spinach or 8 ounces frozen chopped spinach
4 tablespoons plain yogurt
1/2 teaspoon garam masala

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken so that the legs are separated from the thighs, cut each breast in two lengthwise.
  • Mix together in a bowl the turmeric, fennel, coriander and chili powder with 3 tbsp water to make a paste.
  • Heat the oil over medium heat and fry the onions, ginger and garlic, till the onions are brown, 5 minutes.
  • Turn the heat to low and fry the spice paste stir and cook for 5 minutes To the bowl in which the spices were mixed add 3 tbsp water, stir to remove all traces of the spices and add the water to the pan. Stir and cook 3 minutes.
  • Turn the heat to medium and add the chicken, stir and fry for 4 minutes, till the chicken changes colour.
  • Add 1 tsp of the salt and the water, bring to the boil, cover with a lid, reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Melt the butter in a separate pan and add the garlic, curry leaves, cumin, fennel and red chillies. Stir and add the spinach and 1/2 tsp salt. Fry for 5 minutes.
  • Add the spinach to the chicken mix well, cover the pan and cook for 20 minutes.
  • Mix in the yogurt and garam masala stir well to blend the yogurt with the chicken and spinach . Cook uncovered 6 minutes, stirring frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1033.2, Fat 77.8, SaturatedFat 24.2, Cholesterol 287.6, Sodium 1320.7, Carbohydrate 14.5, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 4.8, Protein 68.8

CURRY CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CHICKPEAS AND SPINACH



Curry Chicken Breasts With Chickpeas and Spinach image

This entire dish is built for flavor - and ease. An ideal ingredient for quick weeknight meals, chicken breasts can be pounded thin, so they'll cook quickly and evenly. Here, the cutlets are dusted in flour to create a delicate, golden crust that seals in moisture, and flavored with Madras curry powder, an Indian spice blend featuring coriander, turmeric, chiles, cumin, fennel, garlic and ginger. Toasting it in oil brings out all its warmth and richness. The curried chickpeas make a wonderful side dish on their own, and would pair just as well with another meat or fish.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, quick, weeknight, beans, poultry, vegetables, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded 1/2-inch thick
Kosher salt and black pepper
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons Madras curry powder
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, plus wedges for serving
4 ounces baby spinach (about 4 packed cups)
Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • Place flour on a plate. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then lightly dredge in flour until coated.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium. Add 2 chicken cutlets and cook until golden and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to plates. Repeat with 1 tablespoon oil and remaining cutlets, transferring cutlets to plates.
  • Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet, then curry powder and chickpeas. Season with salt and pepper and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until chickpeas are golden and starting to pop, about 3 minutes. Add butter, lime juice and spinach and stir just until spinach starts to wilt, about 30 seconds. Spoon chickpea mixture over chicken and top with cilantro, if using. Serve with lime wedges.

CHICKEN CURRY



Chicken Curry image

Easy and straight forward. This authentic Punjabi Chicken curry with Spinach will make your tastebuds dance.

Provided by mellowfellow

Time 55m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tbsp vegetable oil
2 medium onions, chopped
600g Chicken thigh pieces
2 inch piece Ginger, grated
6 cloves Garlic, crushed
4 fresh green chillies, chopped
2 Fresh tomatoes, diced
1 tsp Cumin powder
1 tsp Salt, or more to taste
1 tsp Chilli powder/flakes
1/4 Turmeric powder
1 tsp Coriander powder
Half a bag of fresh Spinach
100 ml Water
Basmati rice
Fresh Coriander

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium/large pan then add chopped onion. Cook until soft.
  • Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Now add the fresh Ginger and Garlic along with the fresh chillies and diced tomato. Stir and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Now add the spices and the salt, stir well and cook for 2 minutes stirring constantly to avoid sticking.
  • At this point add half the bag of fresh spinach and 100ml water. Stir well then bring to boil and simmer covered for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked. Garnish with fresh Coriander. Add more salt if you desire.
  • Serve with Basmati rice. Tip: the curry tastes even better the next day after marinating. Enjoy.

GARLIC CURRY CHICKEN & SPINACH



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This one sounds so good to me but I haven't made it yet. I found it on a recipe card at Shop Rite and this is what is written about it: "Coconut milk adds a unique flavor to this chicken dish. Strips of fresh spinach are stirred in at the last minute for a nutritious meal." This is considered an easy recipe on the card. Serve with white rice.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch wide strips
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 cup coconut milk or 3/4 cup whipping cream
6 cups fresh spinach, cut into strips
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until very hot but not smoking.
  • Add chicken and cook and stir about 4-6 minutes or until browned.
  • Add garlic and curry and cook, stirring, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in coconut milk; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook 3-4 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
  • Add spinach; toss and mix to wilt spinach. Cook just until spinach is wilted. Add salt and pepper to taste and serve with hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.4, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 194.5, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 38.3, Protein 26.4

SPINACH CHICKEN CURRY RECIPE BY TASTY



Spinach Chicken Curry Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: spinach, chicken breast, garlic, ginger, Achari chicken masala, cloves, elaichi seeds, white onion, heavy whipping cream, chili powder, salt, sugar, olive oil

Provided by Yuvika Ray

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 lb spinach, puréed
4 lb chicken breast, cubed
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons ginger, minced
2 teaspoons Achari chicken masala
4 cloves
4 elaichi seeds
1 white onion, chopped
2 teaspoons heavy whipping cream
¼ teaspoon chili powder
3 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Add cloves, garlic, ginger and onion, to oil until fragrant.
  • Add chicken and chili powder and cook thoroughly.
  • Add spinach purée and stir. Then, add elaichi seeds, masala, salt, and sugar. Cook on medium low heat for 10-15 minutes.
  • Add heavy cream and stir.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 60 grams, Sugar 2 grams

CHICKEN SAAG (CHICKEN AND SPINACH CURRY)



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This quick and easy Chicken Saag (palak chicken) is the fastest curry you'll ever make from scratch. It's healthy and delicious with a flavor bomb of spices. You'll never need to order Indian takeout again with this recipe in your arsenal.

Provided by Victoria

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion (finely chopped (about 1 cup))
2 cloves garlic (minced (about 1 tablespoon))
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt (plus more as needed)
1 ½ teaspoons ground coriander
1 ½ teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground cardamom
¼ teaspoon Indian chili powder or cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
½ cup water
8 ounces baby spinach or trimmed regular spinach, (washed and dried)
1 pound chicken breast or tenders (cut into 1-inch pieces)
¼ cup plain yogurt (preferably thick Greek-style yogurt)

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat (if you plan to double the recipe, definitely use a pot instead of a skillet so you have room for all the spinach!). Add the onion, garlic, and ginger and saute until softened, about 4 to 5 minutes, stirring regularly, and lowering heat to medium-low if it starts to brown too quickly.
  • Over medium heat, add the salt, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, cardamom, and chili powder, and stir on medium-low heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds or so. Dissolve the tomato paste in the water by stirring vigorously together in a measuring cup or bowl. Then stir into the spices in the pan, creating a thick spiced sauce, about 1 minute.
  • Add the spinach and gently stir to combine, as the skillet will be very full. Cover and raise the heat to medium-high, allowing the spinach to start to wilt. Occasionally remove the lid, stir, and then cover again until most the spinach has begun to wilt, about 3 to 5 minutes (can depend on the size of your spinach leaves). Remove the lid and finish stirring the spinach until it is completely wilted but still bright green, another minute.
  • Transfer spinach mixture to a blender and puree until relatively smooth but still a bit chunky (you don't want it to be super smooth, a bit of texture is good). Taste and adjust salt and spice if necessary.
  • Meanwhile, wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel, return it to medium-high heat, and add 1 tablespoon of oil. When the oil is hot, add the cubed chicken pieces, sprinkle salt over the top to season, and cook until almost completely cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Pour the spinach mixture back over the chicken, using a rubber spatula to get every last bit out of the blender, and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to finish cooking. Stir in the yogurt, and serve immediately with basmati rice and/or naan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 53 mg, Sodium 1504 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CURRY-STYLE CHICKEN AND SPINACH



Curry-Style Chicken and Spinach image

The 'curry' is in the combo of cumin, coriander, and ginger. I make this for my fiance, who doesn't like curry. He loves this.

Provided by NIMITZ

Categories     Chicken Breasts

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons butter
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch strips
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons garlic, finely chopped
½ cup chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach
⅓ cup heavy cream
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the chicken in the butter about 5 minutes, until browned.
  • Season the chicken with the cumin, coriander, ginger, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Mix in the garlic. Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Stir in the spinach and cook about 5 minutes. Mix in the heavy cream, and cook until heated through. Continue cooking until the chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. Salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 188.6 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 54.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 549.7 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

QUICK CHICKEN CURRY WITH SPINACH AND PEAS



Quick Chicken Curry with Spinach and Peas image

This easy Indian-inspired weeknight dinner comes together in under an hour. Save leftovers for lunch the next day, as the flavor only gets better.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Thighs

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 shallots, halved and thinly sliced (1 cup)
1 cinnamon stick, broken in half
2 tablespoons minced ginger (from a 2-inch piece)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 red finger chile, thinly sliced (2 tablespoons)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
1 cup frozen peas
2 cups packed baby spinach
Steamed basmati rice, toasted sliced almonds, and cilantro leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Season both sides of chicken with salt and pepper.
  • In a large braising pan, melt butter over medium-high. Working in two batches, brown chicken until golden, about 8 minutes per batch. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  • Reduce heat to low and add shallots and cinnamon stick. Cook, stirring often, until shallots are soft, 8 minutes. Add ginger, spices, and chile. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add lemon juice and sugar and cook 30 seconds more. Stir in coconut milk, 1/4 cup water, chicken, and any accumulated juices. Season with salt and pepper. Bring just to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer on low, partially covered, until chicken is cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and add peas and spinach just to heat through. Serve over rice, topped with almonds and cilantro.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk or yogurt instead.
  • For a spicier dish, add more curry powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve with rice, naan, or your favorite side dish.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Conclusion:

This curry-style chicken and spinach dish is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. The chicken is tender and juicy, the spinach is wilted and flavorful, and the curry sauce is creamy and delicious. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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