Stir-Fried Chicken Curry with Celery and Garlic

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A quick Filipino-inspired chicken curry stir-fry featuring aromatic garlic, celery, and ginger, perfect for a speedy weeknight meal. This filipino-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs vegetable oil, minced garlic cloves, medium, chopped yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 3 Filipino cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add 5 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 chopped yellow onion, 2 sliced celery stalks, and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger; sauté for 4-5 minutes until the onion softens and the mixture is fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 oz thinly sliced chicken breast to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is opaque and starting to brown.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle 1 tbsp curry powder over the chicken and vegetables, stirring well to coat everything evenly; cook for 2 minutes to bloom the spices.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup coconut milk and stir to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
  5. Step 5: Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir and cook for an additional minute before serving hot.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Chicken Curry with Celery and Garlic take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Stir-Fried Chicken Curry with Celery and Garlic?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep vegetable oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken Curry with Celery and Garlic?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Stir-Fried Chicken Curry with Celery and Garlic for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Stir-Fried Chicken Curry with Celery and Garlic?

Filipino chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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