Singapore Chicken Stew Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Singapore with this quick and easy chicken stew, inspired by Sunset Magazine's Weeknight recipe! This aromatic dish, somewhere between a soup and a hearty stew, boasts tender chicken simmered in creamy coconut milk with a medley of fresh vegetables and exotic spices. Get ready for a taste of the tropics in just 35 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 664.5 kcal
Protein 60g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Singapore Chicken Stew

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How to Make Singapore Chicken Stew

  1. Rinse chicken and pat dry. Cut into 1-inch chunks.
  2. In a ziplock bag, combine flour, salt, chili flakes, and five-spice powder.
  3. Add chicken chunks to the bag and shake until evenly coated.
  4. Heat oil in a 4-5 quart pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  5. Add chicken and spice mixture, minced garlic, and minced ginger to the pan.
  6. Stir-fry until chicken is browned on the outside but still slightly pink inside, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
  8. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  9. Add spinach, corn, tomatoes, water chestnuts, and green onions.
  10. Cook, stirring frequently, until spinach is wilted and vegetables are tender-crisp, about 3 minutes.
  11. Stir in lime juice.
  12. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

237g

Fat

86g

Carbs

28g