Easy Turmeric Chicken
Easy turmeric chicken is full of warm, rich spices and comes out perfectly tender and juicy! Plus, this recipe is just 4 main ingredients and ready in 15 minutes!
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in about ½ inch cubes
- 1 ¼ teaspoons turmeric
- ¾ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Season chicken pieces with turmeric, cumin, salt, pepper and cayenne, if using.
- Add chicken to the pan and cook until cooked through, 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Squeeze lemon juice over cooked chicken, serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Chicken: I use boneless, skinless chicken breasts but you could also do this with boneless, skinless chicken thighs that you cut up into smaller pieces.
Cayenne: The cayenne here is optional. It adds just a hint of heat but can definitely be left off as well.
Serving: We love serving this over steamed brown or basmati rice with a veggie side for a complete meal. It's also a great meal prep recipe for grain bowls or wraps.
Leftovers: Leftover chicken, once cooled, can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Reheat in a skillet or in the microwave.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 308kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 488mg | Fiber: 1g
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