Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant islands of Fiji with our curated collection of curried citrus chicken with papaya recipes. These tantalizing dishes blend the unique flavors of zesty citrus, aromatic curry spices, and succulent chicken, creating an explosion of taste in every bite. From the classic Curried Citrus Chicken with Papaya to the tantalizing Chicken Curry with Coconut and Papaya, each recipe offers a distinct twist on this Fijian favorite. Whether you prefer a mild curry with a hint of sweetness or a fiery dish that packs a punch, we have a recipe that will satisfy your palate. Get ready to savor the vibrant flavors of Fiji with these delectable curried citrus chicken with papaya dishes.
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CURRY CITRUS CHICKEN
To brighten dark midwinter days, Marcy Hall relies on her mouthwatering microwave chicken with its sunny splash of citrus and warm dash of curry. "The thick sauce is also great served over rice."-March Hall, Visalia, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place chicken in a microwave-safe dish coated with cooking spray. Combine the onion, juices, soy sauce and seasonings; pour over chicken., Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes; turn chicken. Cover and cook 2-4 minutes longer or until chicken is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 180°. Remove chicken; let stand for 1-2 minutes. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes or until thickened, stirring every 30 seconds. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 366mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CURRIED CITRUS CHICKEN PAPAYA (FIJI)
Adapted from Sam Choy's Polynesian Kitchen. This can be served as a main dish or an appetizer; number of servings is for main dish.
Provided by Chocolatl
Categories Chicken
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Combine curry mixture ingredients in a large bowl.
- Dust chicken in curry mixture.
- Pan-fry chicken in wok over high heat.
- Combine sauce ingredients and set aside.
- Combine seasonings.
- Place chicken in a baking pan, and pour sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle with seasoning mixture.
- Bake for 45 minutes.
- Pour chicken curry over a bed of cooked rice.
- Garnish with papaya, citrus fruit, cilantro and flowers.
- To eat, break off pieces of roti or tortilla and use them to scoop up curry.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 683, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 283.3, Sodium 308.1, Carbohydrate 63.7, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 31.5, Protein 71.8
PAPAYA CURRY CHICKEN
Make and share this Papaya Curry Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Ambervim
Categories Chicken
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Remove skin and marinate chicken pieces, in papaya curry marinade for at least 30 minutes allowing for natural tenderizing.
- In a large skillet or saucepan, add oil and brown chicken on both sides.
- Add chopped onions, peppers and garlic. Saute for 3 to 5 minutes. Add remaining Papaya Curry Marinade and 1/2 to 1 cup of water depending how much gravy you want.
- Cover saucepan and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes or until done.
- Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 339, Fat 20.4, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 94.9, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 31.2
FRUITED CHICKEN CURRY
The curry lovers in your house will certainly take to this juicy chicken that's served over a bed of hot rice. Dried fruits and toasted almonds make it a wonderful change-of-pace entree for any occasion.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown the chicken in butter on each side; remove and keep warm. In the drippings, cook the onion, curry, salt and pepper until onion is tender. Stir in the fruit, water, sugar and lemon juice., Return chicken to pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reaches 170°. Serve with rice; sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 379mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
Tips:
- To make sure the chicken is evenly cooked, use a meat thermometer to check that it has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- If you don't have any fresh papaya, you can use canned papaya instead. Just be sure to drain it well before using.
- To make the curry paste from scratch, you will need a blender or food processor. Simply combine all of the ingredients and blend until smooth.
- If you don't have any curry leaves, you can substitute them with bay leaves.
- To make the coconut milk, you will need to grate fresh coconut meat and then simmer it in water until the coconut milk separates from the water.
- You can adjust the spiciness of the curry by adding more or less chili peppers.
- Serve the curry with steamed rice or your favorite flatbread.
Conclusion:
This curried citrus chicken with papaya is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the curry sauce is rich and creamy. The papaya adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the dish that balances out the spiciness of the curry. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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