Chicken Stew with a Difference Recipe

Name: Chicken Stew with a Difference
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (1 1/2 lb) chicken; 3 potatoes, peeled and halved; 2 ½ tablespoons oil; 4 cardamoms, pounded; 5 cloves; 1 small cinnamon stick; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 2 onions, sliced; 1 sprig curry leaf; green chili; 1 12 pieces ginger, cut in sticks; 1 chicken stock cube (optional); salt; 1 ¼ cups coconut milk; 1 tablespoon flour; 12 a lemon, juice of

Servings: persons

1 (1 1/2 lb) chicken
3 potatoes, peeled and halved
2 ½ tablespoons oil
4 cardamoms, pounded
5 cloves
1 small cinnamon stick
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 onions, sliced
1 sprig curry leaf
green chili
1 12 pieces ginger, cut in sticks
1 chicken stock cube (optional)
salt
1 ¼ cups coconut milk
1 tablespoon flour
12 a lemon, juice of

1
Heat oil and add the whole spices.
2
Twirl them around for 20 seconds and add the onions, curry leaves, chillies and ginger.
3
Fry till the onions turn pink.
4
(take care that they do not darken).
5
Add the chicken and the potatoes plus the cube of stock (if using).
6
Sprinkle salt to taste Add to it a cup and a half of water and bring to a boil.
7
Lower heat and continue cooking for 15 mins or till the chicken is tender.
8
Blend flour and coconut milk and add to the chicken.
9
Simmer for 3 minutes.
10
Just before serving, stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasonings.

408

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (1 1/2 lb) chicken, 3 potatoes, peeled and halved, 2 ½ tablespoons oil, 4 cardamoms, pounded, and more.

Yes, Chicken Stew with a Difference falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Stew with a Difference

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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