Chicken Chettinad
Chicken Chettinad is a spicy and flavorful Indian dish that originates from the Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu. This recipe is perfect for those who want to enjoy this delicious dish while maintaining a healthy diet. We will use minimal oil and skinless chicken to reduce the calorie count. Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein, while the spices used in the recipe have numerous health benefits. This gluten-free recipe is perfect for those with gluten sensitivities.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
181 kcal
Protein
14 g
Carbs
5 g
Fat
12 g
Fiber
2 g
Ingredients
Chicken, poultry, breast, skinless
250 gms (250g)
Olive Oil
1 tbsp (15g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 medium cup (75g)
Ginger Paste
1 tsp (5g)
Garlic paste
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Chopped Green Chilli
1 tsp (2g)
Turmeric powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Coriander Powder
1 tsp (2g)
Cumin Powder
1 tsp (2g)
Red chilli Powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Coconut (Fresh)
0.5 small piece (25g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Garam Masala
1 tsp (3g)
Instructions
Preparation
-Grate Coconut piece.
Cooking Steps
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and green chilies and sauté until they turn translucent.
Add ginger and garlic paste and sauté for another minute until the raw smell goes away.
Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and red chili powder. Mix well.
Add chicken cubes and mix well, ensuring the chicken is coated in the spice mix.
Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook for 10-12 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through.
Add garam masala powder and grated coconut. Mix well and cook for another minute.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Dinesh Chauhan
"Tried this earlier today, and Chicken Chettinad turned out absolute perfection! The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Sneha Saran Mahajan
"Including this in my weekly meal plan, and this Chicken Chettinad recipe exceeded all my expectations. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Abhishek Prasad Rao
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and the step-by-step instructions made cooking completely seamless. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Meera Nath Pandey
"Tried this earlier today, and this Chicken Chettinad recipe exceeded all my expectations. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"