Lemongrass Chicken and Potato Curry
Lemongrass Chicken and Potato Curry balances warm garam masala and turmeric with bright citrusy notes from lemongrass and a subtle briny depth from shrimp paste. Tender bites of chicken mingle with creamy potatoes in a rich, aromatic broth, with heat that can be dialed up from the habanero. It’s a cozy dinner for cool evenings or a shareable main for weekend gatherings.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves3
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Lemongrass Chicken and Potato Curry, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 28 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 38
- Heart Health
- 77
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 31
- Inflammatory
- 48
- Performance
- 56
- General Wellness
- 1
Mix fish sauce, garam masala, paprika, and turmeric in a bowl. Rub the mixture thoroughly into the chicken and let it marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- 2
Put the onions, habanero pepper, ginger root, and garlic in a blender and blend until smooth.
- 3
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion mixture, lemongrass, and shrimp paste. Stir-fry for about 8 minutes.
- 4
Pour the chicken and marinade into the saucepan. Stir-fry until seared on all sides, about 10 minutes.
- 5
Add the potatoes and salt and stir for about 3 minutes.
- 6
Add the broth, ensuring the chicken and potatoes are covered; add more liquid if needed. Bring to a boil and cook, covered, for 20 minutes.
- 7
Remove the lid and cook for 10 minutes more.
- Calories 824.16 kcal High 41%
- Protein 41.75 g Good Source 84%
- Carbohydrate 84.17 g 31%
- Total Fat 34.46 g High 44%
- Saturated Fat 6.72 g High 34%
- Trans Fat 0.09 g High --
- Cholesterol 191.91 mg High 64%
- Sodium 2616.4 mg High 114%
- Dietary Fiber 8.05 g Good Source 29%
- Total Sugars 4.45 g --
- Added Sugars 0.38 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 315.27 mg Good Source 24%
- Iron 3.98 mg Good Source 22%
- Potassium 1462.66 mg Good Source 31%
- Vitamin A 41.56 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 21.11 mg Good Source 23%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Fish 🐟
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Lemongrass Chicken and Potato Curry is made with 14 ingredients and serves 3. It takes about 1 hr 20 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Chicken Broth, Chicken Drumsticks, Diced Potatoes, and Fish Sauce. Each serving provides about 824.16 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Lemongrass Chicken and Potato Curry made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Broth, Chicken Drumsticks, Diced Potatoes, Fish Sauce, Fresh Ginger. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Lemongrass Chicken and Potato Curry?
- About 1 hr 20 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 824.16 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Lemongrass Chicken and Potato Curry easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Lemongrass Chicken and Potato Curry healthy?
- Lemongrass Chicken and Potato Curry has an easyChef Pro health score of 56/100. Per serving, it provides 824.16 calories and 41.75 g of protein, or 84% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 2616.4 mg (114% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.72 g (34% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Fish, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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