Chicken Papadoris Recipe

Name: Chicken Papadoris
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces; 4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup pine nuts, lightly roasted; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 teaspoons Hungarian paprika; 14 fluid ounces good quality coconut milk; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon curry powder (of your choice); 2 teaspoons tapioca or 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1/4 cup cold water

Servings: persons

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces
4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup pine nuts, lightly roasted
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons Hungarian paprika
14 fluid ounces good quality coconut milk
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon curry powder (of your choice)
2 teaspoons tapioca or 2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water

1
Remove all fat from chicken breasts and discard.
2
Cut chicken breasts into bite size pieces.
3
In a large frying pan, melt butter, add onion and garlic and saute' until onions are translucent.
4
Add chicken pieces, cover and fry until cooked through and have turned white, about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Stir in pine nuts, soy sauce, paprika, coconut milk, cumin and curry powder; cover and continue cooking for about 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
In a cup, mix together tapioca starch and water until dissolved.
7
Near the end of cooking the chicken and while sauce is bubbling, add cornstarch mixture, small amounts at a time, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
8
Use only enough tapioca mixture so that the sauce has the consistency of gravy.
9
Adjust seasonings to taste.

968

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces, 4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Chicken Papadoris falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Papadoris

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