Best 5 Chicken And Cauliflower Curry Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to India with our delectable Chicken and Cauliflower Curry recipe. This flavorful dish is a harmonious blend of succulent chicken, tender cauliflower florets, and an array of aromatic spices. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of turmeric, cumin, coriander, ginger, garlic, and garam masala, which come together to create a rich and enticing sauce. The addition of coconut milk lends a creamy texture and subtle sweetness, while fresh cilantro and green chili add a refreshing touch. Alongside the main recipe, we also present a vegetarian alternative featuring tender paneer, a delightful variation for those who prefer a meatless option. For those seeking a vegan delight, explore our flavorful Vegan Cauliflower Curry recipe, where cauliflower takes center stage, absorbing the aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk. Indulge in these culinary creations, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion feast.

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30-MINUTE CHICKEN AND CAULIFLOWER CURRY



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This tasty chicken and cauliflower curry is a great option if you're following the 5:2 diet. Plus, it contains 3 of your 5-a-day.

Provided by delicious. magazine

Categories     Lower-calorie mains

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tsp vegetable oil
2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sliced
½ onion, chopped
1 red pepper, sliced
¼ cauliflower, cut into florets
3 tbsp bhuna curry paste
250ml vegetable stock
200g chopped tomatoes
1 fresh bay leaf
Handful fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped, to garnish
½ lemon, cut into wedges to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a non-stick pan, then fry the chicken and onion with a pinch of salt for 5 minutes until the onion has softened a little and the chicken has browned. Add the pepper and cauliflower and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring.
  • Stir in the curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then add the stock, tomatoes and bay leaf. Simmer for 10 minutes or until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is completely cooked through. Serve garnished with the coriander, plenty of black pepper and the lemon wedges for squeezing over.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196kcals, Fat 4.5g (0.9g saturated, Protein 23g, Carbohydrate 12.8g (10g sugars), Fiber 5.4g

EASY CAULIFLOWER AND CHICKEN CURRY



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Learn a nutritious, easy cauliflower and chicken curry recipe with fabulous, crisp, tasty cauliflower and lots of spices. It's a perfect supper dish.

Provided by Elaine Lemm

Categories     Entree     Dinner     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 large chicken thighs (skinless and boneless)
2 tablespoon oil
1 large onion (finely diced)
2 green chilies (finely diced)
1 piece ginger (1-inch, finely grated)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 teaspoon garam masala
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tin tomatoes (chopped)
1 can coconut milk
1 cauliflower (broken into florets)
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
2 large handfuls spinach

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Start by cutting the chicken thighs into 2.5-centimeter ( 1 x 1-inch) sized chunks. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large frying pan and brown the chicken on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pan and keep to one side.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same pan, add the chopped onion and cook on medium heat until the onions are soft.
  • Add the green chile, ginger, and garlic and continue to cook for 1 minute, taking care not to burn. Then, add the chili powder, turmeric, garam masala , and sugar and cook for a further minute stirring constantly.
  • Pour in the tomatoes and coconut milk , stir well, then add the chicken and cauliflower. Simmer for 10 minutes until the cauliflower and chicken are cooked through. Add a little stock or water if the sauce gets too thick.
  • Check the seasoning, and add salt and/or pepper as required, then stir through the spinach until it just starts to wilt.
  • Serve the curry into warmed bowls with cooked rice, and/or naan bread or chapatis on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 835 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 284 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 63 g, SaturatedFat 28 g, Sodium 732 mg, Sugar 10 g, Fat 59 g, ServingSize Serves 4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHICKEN CAULIFLOWER KORMA



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This is a mild creamy curry with loads of flavour. Perfect as a low-carb meal on its own, or serve it over a bed of rice.

Provided by Kitchen Kitty

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
1 onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ tablespoons curry powder
2 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger root
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ¼ teaspoons ground turmeric
¾ teaspoon ground cardamom
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed
3 carrots, cubed
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
¼ cup ground cashews
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 head cauliflower, chopped
1 cup frozen peas
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Heat ghee in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir garlic, curry powder, cumin, ginger, salt, turmeric, cardamom, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and nutmeg into onion; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir chicken into onion mixture; cook for 2 minutes. Stir carrots, coconut milk, cashews, and tomato paste into chicken mixture; simmer for 5 minutes. Stir cauliflower into chicken mixture; simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender and chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir peas, red bell pepper, and cream into chicken mixture; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until heated through, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 59.6 mg, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 15.3 g, SaturatedFat 20.4 g, Sodium 775.9 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

CURRIED CAULIFLOWER AND CHICKEN



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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, one pot, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons neutral oil, like canola or grape seed
1/2 cup minced onion
1 head cauliflower, about 2 pounds
1 tablespoon cumin seed
2 teaspoons curry powder, or to taste
5 or 6 canned plum tomatoes, with juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound boneless chicken, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Juice of 1 lemon
Minced cilantro or parsley for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Put the oil in a 12-inch skillet, and turn the heat to high; add the onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to brown. While it's cooking, trim the cauliflower and cut the florets into 1/2-inch-thick pieces.
  • When the onion has browned a little, add the cumin seed and curry powder and cook about 30 seconds. Add the cauliflower, and stir, still over high heat, for another minute. Cut up the tomatoes, and add them to the pan along with their juice, 1/4 cup water and a generous sprinkling of salt and pepper. Cover, and turn the heat to medium-low.
  • Cook 10 minutes, stirring once or twice. Add the chicken, stir, cover the pan again and cook 6 to 8 minutes longer, or until the chicken is cooked through. (If the sauce appears to be drying up at any time, add a little more water.) Stir in the lemon juice, taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish if you like, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 379, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 25 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 880 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHICKEN CAULIFLOWER CURRY



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This recipe is from the cooking show Best Recipes Ever - which I love because the hostess Kary provides some really great and useful tips about cooking and ingredients as she goes along. Plus she has realy beautiful bowls and platters - I love bowls. Yummy dishes too. This dish is great with Indian Raita - recipe #397633 and some naan

Provided by Deantini

Categories     Curries

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

340 g chicken breasts, boneless, skinless (12 oz)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons mild curry paste
28 ounces diced tomatoes, 796 ml can
2 cups cauliflower florets
1 granny smith apple, diced
1/4 cup golden raisin
1 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Cut chicken crosswise into strips. In large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of the oil over medium-high heat; brown chicken, in batches and adding more oil as necessary. Transfer to bowl. Drain fat from skillet.
  • In same skillet, fry onion, jalapeno pepper (if using) and salt, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Add curry paste; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Drain tomatoes and add to skillet.
  • Return chicken to pan. Stir in cauliflower florets, diced apple and raisins; cover and simmer until cauliflower is tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add peas and half of the cilantro. Simmer, covered, until steaming, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.5, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 54.4, Sodium 264.1, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 19.2, Protein 23

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your curry.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. Curry is a versatile dish that can be customized to your own taste.
  • Be patient when cooking the curry. It takes time to develop the flavors, so don't rush the process.
  • Serve the curry with your favorite sides. Rice, naan, or roti are all good options.

Conclusion:

Chicken and cauliflower curry is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a new curry recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed.

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