Ingredients
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- Pantry Staples & Aromatics:
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- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or coconut oil
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- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
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- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
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- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated or finely minced (or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger)
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- 1 (10.5-ounce / 298g) can Campbell’s Cream of Chicken Soup (or Cream of Mushroom Soup for a slightly different flavor profile)
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- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water (adjust for desired consistency)
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- 1–2 tablespoons good quality curry powder (adjust to your taste – mild, medium, or hot)
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- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric (for color and earthy flavor)
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- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
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- Pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
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- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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- Pantry Staples & Aromatics:
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- Protein & Vegetables:
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- 1 – 1.5 lbs (450-680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
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- 1 cup frozen peas (optional, add towards the end)
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- 1 cup chopped vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or broccoli florets (optional, cook with onions or steam separately)
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- Protein & Vegetables:
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- For Serving:
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- Cooked basmati rice or jasmine rice
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- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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- Naan bread or roti (optional)
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- A squeeze of fresh lime or lemon juice (optional, to brighten flavors)
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- For Serving:
Instructions
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- Prepare the Chicken and Aromatics:
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- Cut the boneless, skinless chicken into 1-inch pieces. Season lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper.
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- Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and grate or mince the fresh ginger. If using additional fresh vegetables like carrots or bell peppers, chop them now.
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- Prepare the Chicken and Aromatics:
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- Sauté Aromatics and Bloom Spices:
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- Heat the vegetable oil or coconut oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
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- Add the chopped onion (and any other firm fresh vegetables like carrots or bell peppers) and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
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- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
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- Add the curry powder, ground turmeric, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using) to the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes. This step, known as “blooming” the spices, toasts them slightly and helps to release their full aroma and flavor.
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- Sauté Aromatics and Bloom Spices:
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- Cook the Chicken:
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- Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet with the aromatics and spices.
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- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides and mostly cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
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- Cook the Chicken:
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- Create the Curry Sauce:
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- Pour the can of Campbell’s Cream of Chicken Soup (or Cream of Mushroom Soup) into the skillet with the chicken and spices.
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- Add the 1/2 cup of chicken broth or water. Stir well to combine everything, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
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- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
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- Create the Curry Sauce:
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- Simmer and Meld Flavors:
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- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the curry simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender, and the sauce has thickened slightly. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
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- If the sauce becomes too thick for your liking, add a little more chicken broth or water until it reaches your desired consistency.
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- If using frozen peas, stir them in during the last 5 minutes of simmering. If using other quick-cooking vegetables like broccoli florets (that you haven’t already sautéed), you can add them now or steam/boil them separately and add them at the end.
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- Simmer and Meld Flavors:
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- Taste and Adjust Seasoning:
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- Once the chicken is cooked and the sauce has thickened, taste the curry. Adjust the seasoning as needed with more salt, pepper, or even a little more curry powder if you prefer a stronger flavor. A squeeze of fresh lime or lemon juice at this stage can really brighten up the flavors.
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- Taste and Adjust Seasoning:
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- Serve Hot:
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- Serve the Easy Campbell’s Chicken Curry hot over fluffy basmati or jasmine rice.
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- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley.
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- Serve with warm naan bread or roti for dipping, if desired.
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- Serve Hot:
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 450-550