Curried Apple-Stuffed Chicken Breasts
This delectable dish brings together the savory flavors of boneless, skinless chicken breasts and a sweet and spicy curried apple stuffing. The stuffing blends tart Granny Smith apples, golden raisins, and aromatic curry perfectly for a flavor-packed meal. Finished with a lush apple juice sauce, this dish is both comforting and elegant, sure to please any dinner guest.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Olive oil
2 teaspoons (divided)
Onion
1/4 cup (finely chopped)
Celery
2 tablespoons (finely chopped)
Granny Smith apples
1 3/4 cups (peeled, chopped)
Curry powder
1 3/4 teaspoons (divided)
Golden raisins
1/4 cup
Garlic
1 clove (additional 1/2 teaspoon) (minced)
Chicken broth
10 ounces (divided)
Boneless skinless chicken breasts
4
Apple juice
3/4 cup
Cornstarch
1 teaspoon
Water
1 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2
Add the finely chopped onion and celery; sauté them for about 5 minutes, or until they are tender.
3
Introduce the peeled and chopped Granny Smith apples and 1 teaspoon of curry powder. Cook for an additional 3 minutes or until the apples are tender.
4
Mix in the golden raisins, 1/2 teaspoon of minced garlic, and 1/3 cup of chicken broth. Let it cook for about 4 minutes, or until almost all the liquid has evaporated.
5
Transfer the apple mixture into a small bowl and set it aside for cooling.
6
Create a horizontal pocket by carefully slicing through the thickest part of each chicken breast.
7
Stuff approximately 1/4 cup of the prepared apple mixture into each chicken pocket.
8
Heat the remaining teaspoon of olive oil in the skillet over medium-high heat.
9
Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet and cook them for 6 minutes on each side, or until they are thoroughly cooked.
10
Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and keep it warm.
11
To the skillet, add 3/4 teaspoon of curry powder, the remaining chicken broth, apple juice, and the large minced garlic clove. Allow it to reach a boil and cook for about 5 minutes or until the liquid reduces to approximately 1 cup.
12
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water until smooth.
13
Add the cornstarch mixture to the skillet, stirring continuously with a whisk.
14
Allow the mixture to boil, cooking and stirring constantly for 1 minute or until thickened.
15
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, cover, and let simmer for an additional 2 minutes to ensure they are heated through.
16
Serve the chicken with the apple-curry sauce drizzled over top.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Curried Apple-Stuffed Chicken Breasts?
It is a savory dish where boneless chicken breasts are filled with a sweet and spicy stuffing made of Granny Smith apples, raisins, and curry, then finished with a lush apple juice sauce.
What type of apples should I use for this recipe?
Granny Smith apples are recommended because their tartness and firm texture complement the savory chicken and curry flavors perfectly.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to yield 4 servings.
Is this recipe considered low carb?
Yes, this recipe is tagged as a low carb and high protein meal option.
How do I prepare the chicken for stuffing?
Carefully slice a horizontal pocket through the thickest part of each boneless, skinless chicken breast.
What ingredients are in the apple stuffing?
The stuffing includes olive oil, finely chopped onion, celery, Granny Smith apples, curry powder, golden raisins, minced garlic, and chicken broth.
How much stuffing should I put in each chicken breast?
Approximately 1/4 cup of the prepared apple mixture should be stuffed into each chicken pocket.
How long should I sauté the onion and celery?
The onion and celery should be sautéed for about 5 minutes or until they become tender.
Why are golden raisins used in this dish?
Golden raisins provide a sweet contrast to the spicy curry powder and savory chicken.
What components make up the apple-curry sauce?
The sauce is made from curry powder, chicken broth, apple juice, minced garlic, and a cornstarch slurry.
How do I thicken the sauce?
Mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 teaspoon of water until smooth, then whisk it into the boiling sauce and cook for 1 minute.
How long do I cook the chicken breasts in the skillet?
Cook them for 6 minutes on each side over medium-high heat, or until they are thoroughly cooked.
Do I need to peel the apples?
Yes, the recipe specifies that the Granny Smith apples should be peeled and chopped.
What is the purpose of dividing the olive oil?
One teaspoon is used to sauté the stuffing vegetables, and the other teaspoon is used later to sear the stuffed chicken breasts.
Can I use apple cider instead of apple juice?
While the recipe calls for apple juice, apple cider is a suitable substitute that offers a similar flavor profile.
How much chicken broth is required in total?
A total of 10 ounces of chicken broth is used, divided between the stuffing mixture and the final sauce.
How do I know the stuffing liquid has reduced enough?
Cook the stuffing mixture for about 4 minutes or until almost all of the liquid has evaporated.
Should I cool the stuffing before putting it in the chicken?
Yes, transfer the apple mixture to a small bowl and set it aside to cool before stuffing the chicken.
What is the final step before serving?
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet with the sauce, cover, and simmer for 2 minutes to ensure they are heated through.
How much curry powder is used in the sauce specifically?
3/4 teaspoon of curry powder is added to the skillet to create the sauce.
Is this recipe categorized as comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as both comforting and elegant, making it suitable for dinner guests.
How much garlic is needed for the sauce?
One large minced garlic clove is used in the sauce reduction.
What temperature should I use to sear the chicken?
The chicken should be cooked in the skillet over medium-high heat.
How long should I reduce the sauce liquid?
Allow the liquid to boil and cook for about 5 minutes or until it reduces to approximately 1 cup.
Is this an easy recipe for beginners?
Yes, it is tagged as an 'easy recipe' despite its elegant presentation.
What should I do if the sauce is too thin?
The cornstarch and water mixture acts as a thickener; ensure you boil and stir it for a full minute to activate the starch.
How should the dish be plated?
Serve the chicken with the thickened apple-curry sauce drizzled generously over the top.
What is the texture of the finished stuffing?
The apples should be tender but hold their shape, combined with softened raisins and finely chopped vegetables.
Can I use regular raisins?
You can use regular raisins if golden raisins are unavailable, though the flavor and color will be slightly different.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
The recipe requires 12 main ingredients, including the cornstarch slurry components.