What is Chettinad Pepper Chicken?

Chettinad Pepper Chicken is a traditional non-vegetarian dish from Tamil Nadu, India. It is known for its authentic regional flavors and is a staple of Tamil Nadu cuisine.

How long does it take to cook Chettinad Pepper Chicken?

Chettinad Pepper Chicken takes approximately 40 mins to cook, plus about 15 minutes of preparation time. The difficulty level is Medium.

What are the main ingredients in Chettinad Pepper Chicken?

The main ingredients in Chettinad Pepper Chicken include: Chicken, Black peppercorns, Fennel seeds, Curry leaves.

Non-Vegetarian📍 Tamil Nadu

Chettinad Pepper Chicken

Name: Chettinad Pepper Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Tamil Nadu Indian
Ingredients: 500g Chicken; 2tbsp Black peppercorns; 1tsp Fennel seeds; 2piece Curry leaves

An authentic non-vegetarian recipe from Tamil Nadu, India — with exact measurements and step-by-step instructions.

Prep

15 mins

Cook

40 mins

Serves

4 servings

Difficulty

Medium

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The Story Behind the Dish

Chettinad Pepper Chicken is a treasured non-vegetarian dish from Tamil Nadu, India — a reflection of the region's ingredients, climate, and culinary traditions passed down through generations.

DRAFT — pending editorial verification. Chettinad cooking from Tamil Nadu's Chettinad region is defined by boldly roasted whole spices and a generous hand with black pepper.

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Cooking Instructions

Dry-roast peppercorns, fennel and other Chettinad spices, then grind coarsely.
Saute onions and curry leaves until soft.
Add the chicken and the ground spice blend; cook until the masala coats the pieces.
Add a splash of water, cover, and cook until the chicken is tender and peppery.
Finish with fresh curry leaves.