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Turmeric Black Pepper Chicken with Asparagus

Savory Turmeric Black Pepper Chicken with Asparagus Delight

This Turmeric Black Pepper Chicken with Asparagus is a quick and healthy dinner option, ready in just 30 minutes with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 teaspoons Turmeric Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper add more for extra kick
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup for a vegan alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce or gluten-free soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice or lemon juice if lime isn’t available
  • 1 clove Garlic grated, or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Ginger fresh ginger for more intensity
For Cooking
  • 4 tablespoons Canola Oil or olive oil
  • 1 bunch Asparagus cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Water for cornstarch slurry
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch or arrowroot powder

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Sauce: Whisk together the honey, low-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, grated garlic, ground ginger, and black pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. Coat the Chicken: In a medium bowl, blend the all-purpose flour, turmeric powder, kosher salt, and additional black pepper. Toss the chicken cubes in this mixture until evenly coated.
  3. Sauté the Chicken: Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the coated chicken cubes and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  4. Cook the Asparagus: Add asparagus to the skillet and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp and bright green.
  5. Combine and Simmer: Reduce heat to low, pour the prepared sauce over chicken and asparagus. Scrape up any bits stuck to the pan.
  6. Thicken the Sauce: Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir into the skillet and simmer for an additional minute until sauce thickens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are prepped before cooking for an effortless experience. Adjust spice levels to your preference.

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