Chicken Chukka

Chicken Chukka is a flavorful and spicy dish from South India, featuring tender chicken marinated with spices and topped with crispy fried onions.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine Indian, South Indian

Servings 4 servings

Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients

For the Chicken

500 grams Chicken
2 large Onions (Sliced)
2 tsp Ginger garlic paste
2 tsp Red chilli powder
0.25 tsp Turmeric powder
0.5 tsp Coriander powder
to taste Black pepper
0.25 tsp Garam masala powder
2 tbsp Coconut oil
Curry leaves
Coconut oil (for frying onions)
to taste Salt

Instructions

Preparation

Deep fry the sliced onions in coconut oil until they are golden brown. Be careful not to let them burn.
In a bowl, marinate the chicken with all the ingredients listed above.
Add the fried onions into the marinated chicken.
Cook it on medium flame until the chicken is fully cooked and the gravy has reduced and become dry.

Notes

Ensure that the onions are fried just right for a crunchy texture. Adjust the spices according to your heat preference. You can reduce the red chilli powder if you prefer a milder dish. Use fresh spices for the best flavor.

Keyword Bold Flavors, Chicken Chukka, Curry, South Indian Chicken Recipe, Spicy Chicken