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Indian-Style “Chettinad” Chicken Recipe
Chettinad chicken recipe brings the fiery flavors of Tamil Nadu's famous cuisine to your table with authentic spices and techniques. This South Indian specialty features tender chicken cooked in a rich, aromatic gravy loaded with freshly ground black pepper, fennel, and other traditional spices. The distinctive taste comes from the unique spice blend that characterizes Chettinad cooking, known for its bold and intense flavors. This spicy and flavorful dish represents one of India's most celebrated regional cuisines. Pair with steamed rice or Indian bread to experience the full impact of this exceptional curry.
A spicy and flavorful Indian chicken dish that can be served with rice, dhal, or simply eaten on its own!
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients
1 pound chicken thighs, or more to taste
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chile powder
salt to taste
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ onion, chopped
2 dried red chile peppers, or more to taste
1 teaspoon hulled, split pigeon peas (toor dal)
½ teaspoon whole fenugreek seeds
½ cup water
Directions
Combine chicken thighs, turmeric, cumin, chile powder, and salt in a large bowl; mix until thoroughly coated. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate in the refrigerator, about 15 minutes.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, chile peppers, split pigeon peas, and fenugreek seeds; cook and stir until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add chicken; cook until browned, about 5 minutes per side. Reduce heat and stir in water. Scrape up browned bits from the bottom of the skillet and simmer until flavors combine, about 7 minutes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 284 | Calories |
| 22g | Fat |
| 4g | Carbs |
| 18g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 284 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 22g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat 5g | 24% |
| Cholesterol 64mg | 21% |
| Sodium 96mg | 4% |
| Total Carbohydrate 4g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 18g | 37% |
| Vitamin C 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium 20mg | 2% |
| Iron 2mg | 9% |
| Potassium 198mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
