A hearty, flavor-packed stir-fry that goes perfectly with rice!
Tender chicken breast, juicy zucchini, and sweet onions are seasoned with savory curry spice for an irresistible aroma.
A squeeze of lemon juice is the perfect finishing touch, adding a refreshing kick to balance the rich curry flavor.
This easy one-pan dish is full of color, texture, and umami — perfect for busy weeknights!
20 minutes
Rinaty
PROFILE
INGREDIENTS
SERVES 2
Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings
When scaling the recipe, the ratios of some ingredients may require slight adjustments. Adjust as necessary and season to taste.
- 10 1/2 oz chicken breast
- 1 zucchini
- 1 /2 onion
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp. potato starch (or cornstarch)
- 1 1/2 tbsp. olive oil
- Black pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- A1 tbsp. sake
- A2 tsp. curry powder
- A1 tsp. soy sauce
- A1/2 tsp. chicken bouillon granules (or consommé powder)
- A1/2 tsp. sugar
INSTRUCTIONS
- 1
Cut the zucchini into sticks about 2 inches (5 cm) long and 1/2 inch (1–1.5 cm) thick. Slice the onion into wedges about 1/2 inch (1 cm) wide. Slice the chicken diagonally into bite-sized pieces, season with salt and pepper, and coat lightly with potato starch. In a small bowl, mix all (A) ingredients in (sake, curry powder, soy sauce, bouillon, and sugar).
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp. olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- 3
Add the remaining 1/2 tbsp. olive oil to the same pan. Add zucchini and onion, and stir-fry for about 6 minutes until the zucchini begins to brown.
- 4
Return the chicken to the pan. Pour in the curry sauce (A) and stir-fry for about 1 minute to coat everything evenly.
- 5
Plate the dish, sprinkle with black pepper, and serve with lemon wedges. Squeeze lemon juice over everything just before serving for a refreshing finish!
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Tips & Notes
・Avoid moving the chicken too much while cooking to help it brown nicely.
・Let the zucchini get lightly charred — it enhances the flavor.
・Adding bell peppers or mushrooms gives the dish a delightful contrast of textures and added color.
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