Best 9 Easy Chicken Curry In A Hurry Recipes

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Craving a delectable chicken curry in a jiffy? Look no further! This exploration into the realm of quick and easy chicken curry recipes will satisfy your taste buds and time constraints. Dive into a symphony of flavors as we present an array of recipes that are not only incredibly tasty but also convenient for busy individuals and families. Get ready to tantalize your palate with mouthwatering chicken curry dishes that can be prepared in no time, leaving you with more moments to savor the culinary delight you've created.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN CURRY IN A HURRY



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons salted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
1 sweet potato, peeled and finely diced
1 tablespoon curry powder
One 13.5-ounce can coconut milk
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons honey, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 rotisserie chicken, meat pulled and skin and bones discarded
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, plus whole leaves, for garnish
A few dashes of hot sauce, such as sriracha
1/2 lime, juiced, plus 6 lime wedges, for serving
1/2 small mango, diced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, onion and sweet potato to the skillet and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Sprinkle the curry powder over the vegetables and continue cooking for another minute. Reduce the heat to medium low and pour in the coconut milk and broth, stirring to combine. Mix in the honey and salt. Allow the sauce to heat up until gently simmering.
  • Add the chicken to the sauce, tossing to coat, and allow it to simmer until warmed through, about 3 minutes. Turn off the heat. Mix in the chopped cilantro, hot sauce and lime juice.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with mango cubes, cilantro leaves and lime wedges.

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.

EASY CHICKEN CURRY



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Chicken breasts sauteed and simmered with onion, olive oil and curry powder. Simplest chicken curry you'll ever make! Serve over hot cooked rice with a little side of mango chutney, if desired.

Provided by Aurelie Stalnaker

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
¼ cup olive oil
2 large onions, diced
⅓ cup curry powder, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and saute until soft and golden brown. Slowly stir in curry powder. Once ingredients are blended together, add chicken breasts. Cover skillet and simmer over medium low heat for about 45 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.
  • Remove cover from skillet and cook for an additional 15 minutes, until sauce reduces. (Note: Make sure that you stir and that dish does not burn, as curry powder burns very easily!)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 81.8 mg, Sugar 2.3 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 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

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

EASY CHICKEN CURRY IN A HURRY



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Make and share this Easy Chicken Curry In A Hurry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by swirlycinnacakes

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon corn oil or 1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, sliced
1/3 cup golden raisin (optional)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons yellow curry powder (to taste)
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 cup sour cream
minced fresh cilantro (to garnish) or fresh parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Put the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. When hot, add the onions (and optional raisins), sprinkle with some salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Turn the heat down to medium, sprinkle with half of the curry powder, and continue to cook a minute or two.
  • Meanwhile, season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste and sprinkle it with the remaining curry powder. Move the onion to one side of the skillet and add the chicken in one layer. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add the sour cream and stir constantly over medium-low heat until the mixture is nice and thick. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for a couple more minutes, or until cooked through, turning once.
  • Garnish with cilantro or parsley and serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.8, Fat 14.7, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 91.1, Sodium 105.5, Carbohydrate 5.7, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.3, Protein 28.4

CHICKEN CURRY IN A HURRY



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Make and share this Chicken Curry In A Hurry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Chicken

Time 21m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely-chopped onions
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut 1/2 ",strips
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
2 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together the yogurt, mayonnaise, onions, ginger and curry powder; set aside.
  • Place the chicken in a medium bowl.
  • Combine the paprika and pepper.
  • Sprinkle over the chicken and toss until coated.
  • Spray an unheated, large no-stick skillet with no-stick spray.
  • Heat the skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken.
  • Cook and stir for 3 to 4 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink.
  • Stir in the yogurt mixture.
  • Cook and stir for 2 minutes.
  • Serve over the rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.1, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 69.6, Sodium 339.2, Carbohydrate 31.1, Fiber 3, Sugar 4.9, Protein 30.6

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 a good quality curry paste. This will make a big difference to the flavor of your dish.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the heat level. If you like it hot, add more chili peppers or curry powder. If you prefer it mild, use less.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and texture to your dish.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
  • Serve with your favorite sides. Rice, naan bread, or roti are all great options.

Conclusion:

Chicken curry is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it can also be made with fresh chicken. With so many different recipes to choose from, there is sure to be a chicken curry recipe that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken curry a try. You won't be disappointed!

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