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Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until warm.
Add curry leaves, sliced onion, and chopped tomatoes. Saute until the onions and tomatoes turn soft.
Add chilli powder and turmeric. Stir well.
Add the ground masala to the pan and cook until the oil separates, about 5 minutes.
Add chicken to the masala mix, season with salt, and combine well.
Cook for another 5 minutes.
Pour in two cups of water and lime juice, cover, and let it slow-cook until the gravy thickens to your preferred consistency.
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Use 6 to 7 curry leaves and 2 to 3 medium tomatoes as per taste.
Can I use boneless chicken?
Yes, boneless chicken can be used, but adjust the cooking time as it may cook faster.
What can I substitute for poppy seeds?
You can use sesame seeds as a substitute for poppy seeds.
How spicy is this curry?
The curry is moderately spicy, but you can adjust the number of red chillies to suit your taste.
Can I make this curry in advance?
Yes, the flavors develop even more if made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
What can I serve with Chettinad Chicken Curry?
It pairs well with steamed rice or Indian breads like naan or roti.
I’m Parichay, a food creator, recipe developer and the person behind Bhukkad in Town. For me, food has always been more than just a recipe. I grew up around Nepal and later made Chandigarh home, so a lot of the way I cook comes from memories, places I’ve travelled to, food I’ve eaten and the people I’ve shared it with. My cooking moves between comforting Indian food, regional recipes, street-food nostalgia and the occasional experiment that starts with, “What if we did this instead?” I love understanding why a dish tastes the way it does, simplifying it for a home kitchen, and then telling the story that made me want to cook it in the first place. Because eventually, the recipe tells you how to make the food. The story tells you why you might want to.
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