Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs, skinned and boned
  • 2 12 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 12 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 14 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 12 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 2 medium green onions, cut in 1/2-inch pieces, plus 1/8 cup chopped for garnish
  • 1 (16 ounce) bagfrozen zucchini, sliced
  • 1 12 cups chicken broth
  • 1 12 cups Minute Rice
  • 12 cup dried currant
  • 10 cooked shrimp, cleaned and deveined
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges (garnish)

Method

  • Wash chicken and pat dry with paper towels.
  • In a small bowl mix together 1 teaspoon of the curry powder, 1/2 teaspoon of the ground ginger, the garlic powder and the paprika; rub seasonings over both sides of chicken.
  • In a large skillet heat oil over medium-high heat until almost hot.
  • Add the seasoned chicken and, turning once, cook for 4 minutes until golden brown on both sides.
  • Push chicken to one side of the skillet; add the remaining curry powder and ginger, black pepper, salt and green onions to the empty side of the skillet.
  • Stir for 1 minute to release the flavors.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet; set aside keeping it warm.
  • To the skillet add the zucchini and broth; cover; bring to a boil.
  • Stir in the rice and dried currants; cover; remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes until the rice is tender; blend well.
  • Add the cooked shrimp and blend well again.
  • Place chicken on rice and shrimp mixture; cover and cook over LOW HEAT for 1 minute until chicken is hot (COOK'S TIP: If desired, cut chicken pieces in half).
  • Top chicken with lime wedges and chopped scallions; serve immediately.