Curried lemon ginger chicken

This spiced up chicken has a beautiful golden hue from the turmeric with the perfect balance of ginger and lemon.

Recipe and photo provided by CanolaEatWell.com
180 cal Serves 6
Prep time 0h 15m
Cook time 0h 20m
Total time 0h 35m
Curried lemon ginger chicken in a large skillet with grated ginger and cut lemon on the side.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Step 1

    In a deep large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium high heat and brown chicken thighs on both sides. Remove to a plate. Reduce heat to medium low.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in ginger and garlic; cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add turmeric, cumin, coriander, cayenne, and half of the cilantro. Return chicken and juices to pan. Stir in broth and lemon juice and bring to a simmer.

  3. Step 3

    Cover and cook for about 15 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink inside. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro.

Tips

  • Cayenne can be reduced or omitted if your family is not a fan of heat.

Nutritional information

Per serving (1 of 6)

Calories
180
Protein
22 g
Sodium
180 mg
Potassium
250 mg
Total fat
9 g
Saturated fat
2.5 g
Cholesterol
65 mg
Carbohydrates
2 g
Fibre
0 g
Sugars
0 g
Added sugars
0 g

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