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Turmeric Chicken

Tender, zesty, and oh-so fragrant, this three-step main dish aims to please anyone who's craving a little extra color and flavor.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 253 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian , American

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric plus more if needed
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

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  1. Combine the chicken pieces with turmeric, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl. Coat the chicken evenly.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook for 7 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through. If needed, add up to 1/4 teaspoon more turmeric to reach the desired taste and color.
  3. Squeeze the lemon juice over the cooked chicken and stir to combine; serve immediately. Sprinkle on fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Information

Calories 253kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 39g (78%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 0.03g Cholesterol 102mg (34%) Sodium 675mg (28%) Potassium 675mg (19%) Fiber 0.3g (1%) Sugar 0.04g (0%) Vitamin A 6IU (0%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 18mg (2%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 253

% Daily Value*

Calories 253kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 39g 78%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Cholesterol 102mg 34%
Sodium 675mg 28%
Potassium 675mg 14%
Fiber 0.3g 1%
Sugar 0.04g 0%
Vitamin A 6IU 0%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 18mg 2%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.