Chennai Chicken Curry Recipe

Name: Chennai Chicken Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 chicken, about 3 lbs in 1 inch cubes; 2 tablespoons oil; 1 large onion, sliced; 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated; 1 teaspoon garlic, crushed to a paste; 2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1 tablespoon limes or 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup yogurt; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup coriander leaves

Servings: persons

1 chicken, about 3 lbs in 1 inch cubes
2 tablespoons oil
1 large onion, sliced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 teaspoon garlic, crushed to a paste
2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 tablespoon limes or 1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup yogurt
1 cup water
1/2 cup coriander leaves

1
In a non stick pan heat the oil and fry the onions till light brown in colour.
2
Add the ginger, garlic and tomatoes, fry for 2 minutes.
3
Add turmeric, chilli and garam masala powders. Stir and fry for 2 minutes.
4
Remove the pan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool.
5
In a blender, blitz the spice mix to a smooth paste, add the yogurt and mix well.
6
Place chicken in a non metallic bowl, add the lime juice and give a quick stir. Add the spiced paste and make sure that all of the chicken is coated with the mixture. Allow mixture to stand for 15 minutes.
7
Reheat the pan. Add the chicken and marinade to the hot pan and stir well. Add the water and mix again. At this point taste the gravy and adjust the salt, to your taste.
8
Reduce the heat and cover pot, cook 10 minutes Add and stir in the coriander leaves and cook for a further 5 minutes.
9
Serve with rice or chapati.

170

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 chicken, about 3 lbs in 1 inch cubes, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 large onion, sliced, 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated, and more.

Yes, Chennai Chicken Curry falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chennai Chicken Curry

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