Nadan Chicken Curry

Name: Nadan Chicken Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp fennel seeds; 1/2 tsp peppercorns; 4 cardamom pods; 2 star anise; 1 piece cinnamon; 1 kg chicken; 2 tbsp coconut oil; 4 cloves; 1 bay leaf; few curry leaves; 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste; 1/2 tsp turmeric powder; 2 tbsp chilli powder; 1 tbsp coriander powder; 2 tsp salt; 2 tomatoes; 3 green chillies; 2 cups water; 1 tsp pepper powder; 1 tbsp ground garam masala; 2 cups thick coconut milk; 1 tbsp coconut oil; 1 tsp mustard seeds; 10 shallots; 10 coconut slices

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:45min

A classic Kerala-Style Nadan Chicken Curry featuring juicy chicken pieces simmered in coconut oil–bloomed spices, a fragrant homemade garam masala, and thick coconut milk. Topped with a final tempering of mustard, shallots, coconut, and curry leaves, this peppery, coconut-rich curry pairs perfectly with rice, dosa, or roti for an authentic South-Indian meal.

Updated at: Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:37:14 GMT