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Kerala Christmas Chicken Stew

A warm and comforting Kerala-style chicken stew with aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk, perfect for festive gatherings.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2–3 green chilies, slit
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1–2 tsp garam masala
  • 1–2 potatoes, cubed
  • 1 carrot, sliced
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
  • Oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pot and sauté the sliced onions until translucent.
  2. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, and cook for a couple of minutes.
  3. Stir in the chicken pieces and cook until they are lightly browned.
  4. Add the potatoes and carrots, then sprinkle in the garam masala and salt.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
  6. Cook until the chicken and vegetables are tender, about 20-25 minutes.
  7. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with appam or idiyappam.

Notes

To enhance flavor, consider adding whole spices like cardamom, cloves, or cinnamon during the sautéing step. Adjust spice levels by varying green chilies. For a thicker stew, simmer uncovered for extra minutes.

  • Author: aymane-mouraigmail-com-2
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Kerala Chicken Stew, Christmas Stew, Indian Chicken Recipes, Coconut Milk Stew