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This easy chicken korma recipe is mild and rich with cream, but it's still really tasty. Serve with naan bread and/or rice.

Creamy chicken korma

vegetable oil

brown onion, chopped

cloves

cardamom pods, crushed

skinless, boneless chicken breasts,

garlic cloves, crushed

cm/1½in piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated

tsp coriander

¼ tsp ground allspice

1½ tsp ground cumin

½ tsp ground turmeric

tsp mild chilli powder

tomato purée

grams/3 almonds

250 milliliters/8fl oz chicken stock

200 milliliters/7fl oz whipping cream

salt and black pepper

almonds,

chopped coriander, to garnish (optional)

A quick and easy Chinese stir-fry that is full of flavour and perfect as a midweek meal. 


Oyster sauce chicken with Chinese leaf

chicken

salt

white pepper

oyster sauce

tbsp cornflour

tbsp rapeseed oil

garlic clove, finely chopped

root

red chilli, seeds removed and finely chopped

Shaoxing rice wine

grams/5½oz

milliliters/2fl oz vegetable stock

tamari soy sauce

sesame oil

spring onions, sliced diagonally, to garnish

jasmine rice, to serve

Cook this authentic Chinese chow mein noodle stir-fry in less than ten minutes, adding any crisp seasonal vegetables you fancy.

Each serving provides 580 kcal, 49g protein, 67g carbohydrates (of which 8.5g sugars), 11g fat (of which 2g saturates), 7g fibre and 3.3g salt.

Easy chicken chow mein

egg noodles

300 grams/11 ounces skinless chicken breast

tbsp light soy sauce

five-spice powder

tsp chilli sauce (optional)

tbsp groundnut oil

red pepper, seeds removed and thinly sliced

bean sprouts

spring onion, sliced lengthways

black pepper

Ching He Huang demonstrates the easy classic chicken stir-fry.

Chicken chow mein

Recreate a takeaway favourite at home with Ching's quick and easy chicken stir-fry recipe.


Stir-fried chilli chicken

garlic cloves, finely chopped

fresh root ginger, finely chopped

red chilli, finely chopped

½ red pepper,

tomatoes, roughly chopped

tbsp tomato ketchup

brown sugar

250 grams/9 ounces skinless chicken breast fillets, sliced

courgette, sliced into strips

½ red or yellow pepper, seeds removed,

spring onions, sliced lengthways

boiled rice, cooked according to packed instructions

This quick and easy salt and pepper chicken recipe is a classic that's wonderful as a party nibble or a main course served with steamed rice and vegetables.

Salt and pepper chicken

60 grams/2¼oz cornflour

tbsp Chinese five-spice powder

tbsp black pepper,

200 milliliters/7fl oz vegetable oil, plus 1 tbsp

boneless, skinless, chicken thighs,

spring onions, thinly sliced

red finger chilli, thinly sliced

Make a party nibble or just a takeaway classic with Hersha's salt and pepper chicken.

Make It Easy: Salt and pepper chicken

A delicious one-pot chicken fricassee served with homemade pesto and sun-blushed tomatoes (the bright red ones).


Chicken fricassee with pesto and sun-blushed tomatoes

grams/1¾oz pine nuts

basil

grams/1½oz Parmesan, grated

garlic clove, chopped

lemon, zest and juice

grams/1½oz extra virgin olive oil

grams/¾oz vegetable oil

olive oil

chicken breast fillets, roughly chopped

garlic clove, thinly sliced

shallot, finely chopped

200 milliliters/7fl oz white wine

200 milliliters/7fl oz chicken stock

grams/1½oz butter

grams/3½oz sun-blushed tomatoes

300 grams/10½oz new potatoes

grams/1 butter olive oil

parsley

This simple chicken pitta makes a filling lunch or a quick and easy dinner when you want a tasty meal that takes less than 10 minutes to cook. 

Each serving provides 854 kcal, 47g protein, 54g carbohydrates (of which 15g sugars), 49g fat (of which 6g saturates), 7g fibre and 1.3g salt.

Chicken pitta 

tbsp red wine vinegar

½ tsp hot smoked paprika

oregano

cayenne pepper

lemon juice

chicken breast, skin removed, cut in half lengthways

garlic clove, crushed

tbsp plain yoghurt

mayonnaise

¼ onion, very thinly sliced

bread

lettuce leaves

carrot,

Peanut butter and coconut milk make a quick DIY satay sauce. Pack out this filling noodle dish with plenty of fresh veg and strips of chicken or turkey.

Each serving provides 747 kcal, 46g protein, 84g carbohydrates (of which 14g sugars), 23g fat (of which 9g saturates), 10g fibre and 2.7g salt.

Chicken satay noodles

soy sauce

tsp cornflour

tsp rapeseed oil

peanut butter

tbsp sweet chilli sauce

x coconut milk

grams/3½oz sugar snap peas

grams/5½oz beans and peas

grams/3½oz frozen sweetcorn

lime, juice only

75 grams/2¾oz baby spinach leaves

tbsp cashew nuts

tbsp coriander

A dash of Marsala wine gives this simple chicken recipe a flavour twist. Serve with sautéed potatoes. 

Chicken Marsala

grams/1½oz plain flour

butter

shallots, finely chopped

160 grams/5¾oz chestnut mushrooms, sliced

250 milliliters/9fl oz dry Marsala

150 milliliters/5fl oz chicken stock

This healthy noodle salad is packed with vegetables and flavoured with a spicy, low-fat soy dressing. This is ideal for lunch if you’re on a low-calorie diet of 1200–1500 calories a day. 

Each serving provides 404 kcal, 30g protein, 45g carbohydrates (of which 16.5g sugars), 10g fat (of which 2g saturates), 7g fibre and 2g salt. 

Chicken noodle salad

grams/2½oz egg noodles

grams/1¾oz frozen soya beans peas

carrot, peeled

red pepper, seeds removed, sliced

75 grams/2¾oz mangetout, trimmed and halved lengthways

chicken breast (about 125 grams/4½oz)

spring onions, trimmed and finely sliced

long red chilli, finely sliced (deseeded if preferred)

grams/½oz coriander leaves

mint leaves

grams/½oz roasted cashew nuts, roughly chopped

water

tsp caster sugar

½–1 tsp dried chilli flakes, to taste

tsp dark soy sauce

Save on effort and washing up with this one-pot wonder that is packed with flavour. Eat some for dinner and save the rest for lunch the next day. 

Chicken and chorizo rice

chorizo,

½ large onion, sliced

chicken thigh fillets, chopped into 2½cm/1in pieces

garlic clove,

green pepper, sliced

basmati rice

200 milliliters/7fl oz chicken stock (½ stock cube dissolved)

Transform a simple chicken breast by stuffing it with garlicky cheese and wrapping it in crisp streaky bacon. This recipe is guaranteed to make someone feel completely spoiled. Plus it's on the table in 20 minutes.

Stuffed chicken wrapped in bacon

chicken breasts

60 grams/2¼oz garlic and herb soft cheese

bacon

tbsp finely chopped flatleaf parsley

breadcrumbs

Parmesan

cherry tomatoes

Stuffed with cheese and wrapped in bacon, chicken breast gets a makeover.

How to cook: Stuffed chicken breast

This vibrant bang bang chicken recipe is full of bold flavours from chilli, peanut and lime. Use leftover roast chicken, if you like, but the poached chicken in star anise and ginger is divine.

Bang bang chicken

500 milliliters/18fl oz fresh chicken stock

tbsp roughly chopped fresh root ginger

star anise

cucumber,

grams/1¾oz sugar-snap peas, halved lengthways

spring onions,

coriander leaves

tsp runny honey

tsp rice wine vinegar

garlic

½ tsp finely grated fresh ginger

red chilli,

sesame seeds

limes, halved

These quick and simple wraps do not require any cooking so are great for an easy lunch with family or friends. They are suitable as a low-calorie meal option for anyone eating 1200–1500 calories a day. 

Each serving provides 271 kcal, 21g protein, 14g carbohydrates (of which 13g sugars), 13.5 fat (of which 2.5g saturates), 6g fibre and 1.2g salt. 


Chicken satay wraps

iceberg lettuce

chicken breast (about 100 grams/3½oz)

cucumber

½ red pepper, deseeded and

radishes,

lime wedges,

lime juice

Griddling the chicken before adding it to the sauce gives this simple chicken korma an irresistible smokiness. Leave the curry to stand for 30 minutes before reheating if you have time – it helps the aromatic flavours develop.  


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