Description
Succulent turmeric chicken with asparagus brings Mediterranean warmth to weeknight dinners, blending earthy spices and tender greens. Fragrant, quick, and nutritious, this dish invites you to savor simple ingredients that create extraordinary flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced (optional)
Vegetables and Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Serving Suggestion:
- Cooked rice
Instructions
- Combine chicken pieces with turmeric, black pepper, and salt in a mixing bowl, ensuring even coating. Allow marination for 15 minutes to intensify flavor absorption.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Quickly sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until aromatic, avoiding browning.
- Transfer marinated chicken to the skillet, cooking for 5-6 minutes while stirring periodically. Aim for golden brown exterior and complete internal cooking.
- Introduce asparagus into the skillet, mixing with chicken. Cook for 3-4 minutes, maintaining crisp-tender vegetable texture.
- Whisk soy sauce, honey, and ginger in a separate bowl. Pour sauce mixture over chicken and asparagus, thoroughly coating ingredients.
- Toss ingredients to distribute sauce evenly. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing sauce to slightly thicken and develop deeper flavor profile.
- Plate the turmeric chicken and asparagus over prepared rice. Garnish with optional fresh herbs or sesame seeds for additional visual appeal and taste complexity.
Notes
- Elevate flavor by letting chicken marinate longer, up to 2 hours in refrigerator for deeper spice penetration.
- Ensure chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F to guarantee safe consumption and perfect doneness.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting black pepper quantity; add red pepper flakes for extra kick.
- Swap asparagus with alternative vegetables like broccoli or green beans for seasonal variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg