CURRIED CHICKEN SKILLET

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This protein-packed skillet dish is loaded with bright flavor. A little curry and fresh ginger make the veggies, chicken and quinoa pop. -Ruth Hartunian-Alumbaugh, Willimantic, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1-1/3 cups plus 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
2/3 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium sweet potato, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 cup frozen peas
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
3 teaspoons curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded cooked chicken

Steps:

In a small saucepan, bring 1-1/3 cups broth to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute sweet potato, onion and celery until potato is tender, 10-12 minutes. Add peas, garlic, ginger and seasonings; cook and stir 2 minutes. Stir in chicken and remaining broth; heat through. Stir in quinoa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 450mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic exchanges