Straits Chinese (Nyonya) Chicken Recipe

Name: Straits Chinese (Nyonya) Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 chicken legs (or thighs); 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 1/2 teaspoon fennel powder; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper (sub ( ground black pepper); 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (sub ( 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper); 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder (optional); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional); 5 tablespoons coconut milk powder (sub ( 1/4 cup coconut milk); 1 teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

6 chicken legs (or thighs)
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon fennel powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon white pepper (sub ( ground black pepper)
1/2 teaspoon chili powder (sub ( 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper)
1/2 teaspoon ginger powder (optional)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
5 tablespoons coconut milk powder (sub ( 1/4 cup coconut milk)
1 teaspoon sugar

1
Preheat oven to 190 degrees Celsius.
2
Rub the chicken pieces with salt.
3
Mix all the spices, sugar and dried coconut milk together.
4
Rub the chicken pieces with the spice mix.
5
Set aside for an hour.
6
Space out chicken pieces in a pan lined with foil or baking paper.
7
Bake for 40-50 minutes, until chicken is golden brown.
8
Serve while still warm -- with rice and a side dish of stir-fried vegetables or salad.

270

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 chicken legs (or thighs), 1 teaspoon sea salt, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, 1/2 teaspoon fennel powder, and more.

Yes, Straits Chinese (Nyonya) Chicken 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.

Straits Chinese (Nyonya) Chicken

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