Curried Chicken Thighs With Buttery Croutons Recipe

Name: Curried Chicken Thighs With Buttery Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 teaspoons canola oil, divided; 8 chicken thighs, boneless, skinless trimmed; ¾ teaspoon salt, divided; 1 large onion, sliced; 2 tablespoons curry powder; ½ teaspoon ground ginger; ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 (14 ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup low-fat milk; 1 (10 ounce) bag frozen peas (2 cups); ¼ cup low-fat mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon lemon juice or 1 tablespoon cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 slices whole-wheat country bread, crusts removed, cut into 1-inch cubes

Servings: persons

3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
8 chicken thighs, boneless, skinless trimmed
¾ teaspoon salt, divided
1 large onion, sliced
2 tablespoons curry powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (14 ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup low-fat milk
1 (10 ounce) bag frozen peas (2 cups)
¼ cup low-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice or 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 slices whole-wheat country bread, crusts removed, cut into 1-inch cubes

1
Preheat oven to 400F Coat a 9-by-13-inch (or similar 3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray.
2
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
3
Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
4
Add half the chicken to the pan and cook until browned on both sides and just cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes total.
5
Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
6
Repeat with the remaining chicken.
7
Add the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and onion to the pan.
8
Cook, stirring often, until softened and light brown, 4 to 5 minutes.
9
Add curry powder, ginger, pepper and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook for 1 minute.
10
Sprinkle with flour and stir to coat.
11
Add broth and milk.
12
Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 2 minutes.
13
Remove from the heat and stir in peas, mayonnaise and lemon juice (or vinegar).
14
Pour the sauce over the chicken.
15
Wash and dry the pan.
16
Melt butter in the pan over medium heat.
17
Remove from the heat and stir in bread cubes.
18
Toss to coat.
19
Arrange the bread on top of the casserole.
20
Bake the casserole until it is bubbling and the croutons are golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.
21
Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
22
TIPS & NOTES:.
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Make Ahead Tip: Prepare through Step 4; cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day or freeze for up to 1 month (defrost in the refrigerator for 2 days before baking).
24
Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes, then bake at 400F for about 1 hour.

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* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 teaspoons canola oil, divided, 8 chicken thighs, boneless, skinless trimmed, ¾ teaspoon salt, divided, 1 large onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Curried Chicken Thighs With Buttery Croutons 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.

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Curried Chicken Thighs With Buttery Croutons

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