Ingredients and Weight:
- Boneless, skinless chicken breast: 1 pound
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Onion, chopped: 1 medium
- Red bell pepper, chopped: 1 medium
- Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
- Ginger, minced: 1 tablespoon
- Curry powder: 2 tablespoons
- Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
- Ground coriander: 1 teaspoon
- Chicken broth: 1 cup
- Coconut milk: 1 cup
- Lettuce cups, for serving: 8 large
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, and ginger to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the curry powder, cumin, and coriander.
- Pour in the chicken broth and coconut milk.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, about 15 minutes.
- Serve the chicken mixture in lettuce cups with your desired toppings, such as chopped peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, without lettuce cup)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Easy to make and serve
- Customizable with various toppings
- Perfect for a light and healthy meal
User Comments:
- "These lettuce wraps are amazing! The curry flavor is perfect and the chicken is so tender."
- "I love how quick and easy these are to make. They're perfect for a weeknight meal."
- "I added some chopped peanuts and cilantro, and they were even better!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you can't find boneless, skinless chicken breasts, you can use bone-in, skin-on breasts and remove the bones and skin yourself.
- If you don't have coconut milk, you can use heavy cream instead.
- To make the dish spicier, add more curry powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper.