Cooking Light Express Curried Chicken Saute

Experience a burst of vibrant flavors with this Cooking Light Express Curried Chicken Sauté—a quick and wholesome recipe perfect for busy weeknights. Tender pieces of lightly seasoned chicken are sautéed to golden perfection, then simmered in a fragrant coconut milk-based curry sauce infused with warming spices like curry powder, cumin, and turmeric. This 30-minute recipe is a beautifully balanced dish, combining aromatic sautéed onions and garlic with the creamy richness of light coconut milk. Garnished with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and served best with steamed rice or fluffy naan, this dish is as healthy as it is delicious. With simple ingredients and bold flavor, it's an irresistible choice for curry lovers craving a lighter, hassle-free dinner option.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 1.5 tablespoons curry powder
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoons ground turmeric
• 1 cup coconut milk (light)
• 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they are lightly browned but not fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic, curry powder, ground cumin, and ground turmeric. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices and release their aroma.

Step 5

Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring well to combine the spices into the liquid. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if desired.

Step 8

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro leaves, if using, and serve hot. Pair with steamed rice or naan bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(971.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1060.3

Total Fat 41.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 4655.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 7.7g
Protein 145.2g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 132.9mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 1541.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.1%

Protein: 55.8%

Carbs: 8.1%