Kerala Style Easy Chicken Curry is a traditional styled chicken delicacy with an outstanding flavor of cardamom. This is a popular dish in Kerala Cuisine known for its unique and strong flavors, simplicity and delicious taste. The spicy semi thick aromatic gravy is the specialty of the dish. The dish not only tastes delicious but is also flavorful with soft, tender and succulent chicken pieces in an exotic cardamom flavored gravy. Serve the dish with roti, chappathy, naan, jeera rice or even with plain rice. To be exact, Kerala Style Easy Chicken Curry goes well as a side dish with almost anything and is a favorite with all. You can impress your family and guests with the dish.
It is the fresh cardamom flavor and aroma that makes the curry dish unique and special. You can discover a very easy Kerala Style Easy Chicken Curry which is undoubtedly one of the best chicken curries. This is probably one of the easiest dishes that can be prepared with readily available ingredients. Chicken pieces are marinated in a spicy cardamom flavored marinade before cooking. As regarding spicy flavor, you can adjust the spices as per your requirement. Some prefer it hot and spicy while some prefer it mild and tasty especially when kids are around. Kerala Chicken Curry is a hot favorite with fluffy parottas and you will discover the dish being sold in roadside shaks and restaurants.
Kerala Cuisine is well known for its delectable taste and flavors. This nadan chicken curry dish is in no way an exception. The flavors of masalas are strong. Kerala Chicken Curry has an amazing burst of flavors with freshly ground spices, herbs and the tempering touch provided by fresh curry leaves. Freshly ground garam masala is what does the magic with tons of flavors. A few months ago i got hooked to the dish and has been preparing it every now and then. Every time i am complemented by my folks and that helped me master the dish. I have made some slight variations and you can be assured that the dish is worth a try. The oily gravy that floats over the dish makes it awesome in appearance.
Chicken is nutritious, rich in protein and other vital nutrients required for body. This is a wholesome dish, healthy and very filling. Growing up kids require protein in their diet for a healthy body and formation of strong bones. Kids exert a lot and they need protein rich food in their daily diet. Even grownups and elderly need protein rich food at least once in a while and not on daily basis. When elders consume meat, make sure that they burn the calories by exercising and such other tasks. Inadequate exercise and poor lifestyle accumulates fat in body and that leads to health hazards. Healthy lifestyle and good food paves way for better living.
This is one of the easiest and tastiest of chicken curry dishes you can prepare at home. When time is short and you are in a hurry, this chicken curry dish will not fail. Your family will definitely appreciate your efforts and you can be content with your culinary skills. When unexpected guests arrive and you really want to impress them, Kerala Chicken Curry comes in handy. Even new comers and bachelors can boldly give a hand at the dish. You will never fail. The recipe is well illustrated in detailed and meaningful illustrations. Try to follow the recipe details as illustrated and do not make variations if you are new to the culinary world. Enjoy the lip smacking chicken curry dish with your family. Good Luck.
Kerala Style Easy Chicken Curry | Kerala Chicken Curry
Ingredients
- 1 kg Chicken
- 1 1/2 tsp Chilly powder
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
- 3 tsp Coriander powder
- 1 tsp Garam masala powder
- 1 tsp Pepper powder
- 1 tsp Ginger Paste
- 1 tsp Garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp Aniseeds powdered Perinjeerakam
- 6 nos Cardamom ground, Elakka
- Salt As reqd
- 2 tsp Coriander leaves chopped
- Curry leaves A few
- 2 - Cooking oil
- 2 nos Onions chopped, medium
- 3 nos Green chillies chopped
- 1 no Tomato chopped
- 2 cups Hot water
Instructions
- For preparing Kerala Style Easy Chicken Curry, first cut the chicken into medium sized pieces.
- Marinate the chicken with red chilly powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, pepper powder, garam masala and cardamom powder for 30 mins.
- Heat oil in a pan.
- Add sliced onions, green chillies, coriander leaves and curry leaves and stir well.
- When it becomes light brown in color, add tomato pieces.
- When the tomatoes become tender, add powdered aniseeds.
- When the gravy becomes thick, remove from the stove.
- :- Kerala style chicken curry is ready.
- :- Serve Kerala style chicken curry with rice, idiyappam, appam, chappathis / tortillas or bread.
- :- Enjoy the yummy Kerala style chicken curry .
Notes
Different Varieties of Kerala Style Easy Chicken Curry
Kerala offers a delightful array of chicken curry styles, each with its own unique blend of spices and cooking techniques. These dishes are part of the broader Kerala Recipes, showcasing the region's rich culinary heritage. Here are some popular variations that highlight the diversity of this beloved dish:- Easy and Tasty Chicken Curry: This version simplifies the traditional Kerala chicken curry while maintaining the essential flavors. With minimal ingredients and quick preparation, it's ideal for busy days when you need a flavorful meal in no time.
- Kerala Easy Chicken Curry: True to its name, this curry uses readily available spices like coriander, garam masala, and cardamom to create a balanced yet aromatic curry. It’s perfect for beginners who want to master the essence of Kerala cooking.
- Kerala Tasty Chicken Curry: Known for its rich, aromatic gravy, this variant uses a generous amount of freshly ground garam masala and curry leaves. The dish bursts with flavors and pairs beautifully with Kerala’s famous parotta or steamed rice.
- Kerala Chicken Curry: The classic and most recognizable style of Kerala chicken curry, this version features a semi-thick gravy with a perfect balance of heat and spices. It’s usually served during family gatherings and special occasions, showcasing Kerala’s love for spice.
- Traditional Kerala Chicken Curry: As the name suggests, this recipe sticks to the roots of Kerala cuisine. It includes roasted coconut or coconut milk, along with spices like fennel, cinnamon, and cloves, giving the dish a rich texture and depth of flavor. This version is a staple in most households.
- Punjabi Chicken Curry: While not native to Kerala, this North Indian variation has found its way into Kerala cuisine. It blends Punjabi spices with a touch of Kerala's coconut oil, making it a fusion that’s beloved by many for its robust flavors and creamy gravy.
Cooking Tips for Perfect Kerala Chicken Curry
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Always use freshly ground spices for the best flavor. Fresh curry leaves and ginger-garlic paste can make a significant difference in enhancing the aroma.
- Adjust the Spice Level: Depending on your preference, you can control the heat by adjusting the amount of chili powder or pepper. For a milder version, reduce the spices and add a bit of coconut milk for a creamy touch.
- Don’t Rush the Cooking Process: Allow the chicken to cook slowly, absorbing the spices. The longer it simmers, the more flavorful the curry becomes.
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i tried this …came out excellent … do posting nice recepies
Thanks, this is the easiest recipe..
Thanks for the recipe. It came out very well. My husband and I loved it.
this recipe was really very good and different!!
I tried it with nattu poovan kozhi. It came out well. My husband liked it.
Me and my husband loved the chicken curry. The aroma is too good.. mouth watering 😉
Good Recipe.It will give more taste if you add some fried coconut pieces also.
Ola!! Infact this is the first time i was getting my hands dirty in the kitchen. The chicken curry turned out to be fabulous!! Thank you for the wonderful recipe.
My husband was blown away by this dish. He is very impressed with my culinary ability now. Thank you so much.
Hi…
I tried it without Garam Masala and it came out well.
I am not familiar with garam masala. (I am not an Indian)
Could you please tell me what are the ingredeints in this masala for this chicken curry
Thank you
Tried it today and it is very tasty. Thanks alot for this wonderful recipe. Please post few more 🙂
Very Good recipe. I am some one who is making chicken for the first time in my life and it really tasted Good.. Thanks Yaar…
Thank you for this delecious kerala style recipe
When I cooked this for the first time, the dish was a finger licking one. Every body loved it when I prepared it for a party yesterday. Thank you for this simple, yet delicious dish.
The best chicken curry I ever tried. Thanks 🙂
Excellent and easy curry…reminds me of how my mother used to make chicken curry…
Tried this yesterday. My husband liked it very much. Thank you very much.
Fantastic !!! Wow !!!
Very tasty. Easy to prepare. Thanx for the recipe.
simply suberb and finger licking good. Can add a couple of tbsp of yogurt to the marinade to make it less spicy.
Simply suberb..finger-licking good. I added 2tbsp of yogurt to the marinade since I did not want it to be too spicy for my 2yr old…tastes very good with dosas too.
Very delicious. Thank you very much sindhu. Keep it up
tried this. very delicious . thank you very much
tried this receipe yesterday. came out very well.very tasty. thanks
Thank you soooooooooo much for this great yummy awesome recipe.It was just finger licking.My husband appreciated my non veg preparation.Thanks once again.
this was cool.. easy to prepare, clear instructions.. and came out nice..
thanks a bunch.
Great recipe, real easy to make and came out too well.
kollaam…
really excellent ….thanks…i tried it …it came excellent
Excellent !! My guests and husband loved it….thanx for this very simple yet delicious recipe, I was looking for a kerala style curry and this has matched the taste ! keep posting more…U have no idea how much I rely on this website for my culinary experiments :- )
Thank you so much for the recipe….. got the real traditional Kerala flavour…..
Well,
What an excellent recipe. Had a wonderful time doing it. I like it. My guests loved my effort. I reccommend your URL for every food lover. Please could you tell us the real “chaya kada bonda” , that I love with 4:00 PM chai at the tea shop! I mean Kottayam bonda , not Kozhikode variety. Please, please…
This curry came out finger-licking good !!!!
Simply fantastic. Tried this dish today and it came out very good. Thanks a lot.
mind blowing recipe,excellent!!!!!!!!!please do keep on posting such nice recipes.it ll be of a great help for people like me who dont know cooking much…….thanks friend
Very traditional, very tasty and easy to follow instructions. Great!!! Thanks
Hi, let me be the next to say thanks for this very nice recipe. I did try it out and turned well.It was very tasty.
tried this receipe today. It was very yummy. Thank you Sindhu. Post more…….
Very tasty receipe no it is Superrrrr.Every one must try.Send more receipes like this.
Wow. It is great. Keep it up. Thanks sindhu..Post more….
it was really tasty.i liked it very much
Really good recipe. Thanx for sharing it with us. Its a huge hit among my friends !!
Lovely recipe ! The first time I made it I forgot to add the cardamom powder to the marinade…it came out well anyways. The second time I added it as required and that made a huge difference indeed. That flavor is what made it into an authentic kerala chicken curry. As soon as u open the lid of the dish a couple of hrs after its made, the aroma of fresh ground cardamom tickles yr olfactory senses 🙂 and its sooo good. Need I say abt the flavor then ?!
Very tasty and so easy to make…unbelievable,keep posting such recipies.
the first chicken recipe i tried out..it came out so well…
great recipe sindhu…keep going..
Foo is really jealous sindhu. Never mind. I tried this today. It was superb.
Foo, Don`t be so jealous. It is an excellent receipe
Great dish! absolutely tasty!
Nalla onaandharam recipe. I tried it and loved it. Just excellent. Please provide some more recipes
Absolutely loved it.Don`t even ask why but it had a hint of rasam as well.Treat and not at all disappointed. made my weekend!
this recepie came out very tasty.Thanks very much
kewl recipe:)thanks a lot..
Hey Foo, Sindhu`s receipe is really good. If your curry came out bad that means you don`t know how to cook even reading a receipe. Everybody who rated this receipe made this curry very tasty. Yours was bad, that means you are bad cook or you are very jealous. Any way I tried this receipe and it was fantastic. Sindhu thank you very much. Post more….
Sindhu, very good recipe ! People like `Foo` should probably stay away from cooking due to obvious reasons ! First of all, the name Foo looks made up or phony. This person obviously has no clue about cooking or was on crack while making this dish ! Foo, why don`t you post something on the website so that you can share your culinary skills with the rest of the world and we get to learn something from you as well.
my husband loved this dish i prepared. I was looking for a site that would provide me with tried and tested recipes. All thanks to God for providing me this site and thanx to pachakam.com and the people who have tried it and commented on the dishes they try. It is very helpful in choosing the right dish to prepare.
The dish was excellent i made a few changes by adding a little cocnut milk n beleive me it was just awesome try adding some cocnut milk n have the dish with Iddiyapam too good.
the curry came really good.
Mind blowing recipe….you deserve 7stars *******
I loved making it, and the wife loved eating it!
Very good recipe…..best for learners….it came out really tasty…
thanku so much sindu….:)
Ur recipe was excellent!!!usually whatever i try with chicken won`t come out good..but this was exceptionally well…..simple steps….i just followed ur instructions n thts it….superbbbbbbb!!!!
really gud..thanks for it
awesome recipe,every1 loved it!especially meeeeee 😉 thanks a lot.i made a little change i added only 1 cup of water and i thnk dats sufficient otherwse it will become watery.
This is the best chicken curry I ever had!! My husband and friends just loved it!!!
Just super. Thanx. Added some coconutmilk and limejuice to give it a small kick.
adipolli aanne!!
This was for the first time i was making chicken curry for my husband it came out very well. It was very tasty. Thanks sindu
This came out really good..My husband loved it..thank you…
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A classic naadan chicken curry.. i added a little coconut milk using maggi coconut milk powder. Was a perfect accompaniment to neychoru..
Excellent and a must try….my husband loved it. The cardamom flavour does magic to the curry…great job
Wow…What a yummy curry really appreciated..Cheers
Sindhu chechy…. kalakkeetto…super…
Thank you so much for such a brilliant recipe! Came out SUPERB!! Keep posting recipes!
It came out very tasty and yet simply easy to make. Now thats a rare combination!