Kozhi Chettinad recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 22 2026
RestaurantsIndian Monsoon Restaurant & BarKozhi Chettinad Recipe

Kozhi Chettinad Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Chettinad-style tender spring chicken packed with heat

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Clean and cut the spring chicken into pieces. Marinate with salt and Chettinad masala powder for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Base

    Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, and cook for 2-3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Tomatoes and Spices

    Add chopped tomatoes and curry leaves to the pan. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the oil separates from the mixture.

  4. 4

    Cook the Chicken

    Add the marinated chicken pieces to the pan. Stir well to coat the chicken with the spices. Cook on medium heat until the chicken is thoroughly cooked, around 20-25 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add Coconut

    Stir in the grated coconut and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Garnish with fresh curry leaves and serve hot with rice or Indian bread.

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