Sunbay Chettinad Chicken Recipe

Bold, peppery, and deeply aromatic, Chicken Chettinad is one of South India’s most celebrated curry dishes. Known for its rich blend of spices and robust flavor profile, this dish combines tender chicken with the intense taste of Sunbay Chettinad Gravy for an authentic restaurant-style experience made simple.

Finished with creamy coconut milk and fragrant curry leaves, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of spice, warmth, and richness — ideal for restaurants, cloud kitchens, catering menus, or indulgent home-style dining.

Sunbay Chettinad Gravy

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Ingredients

• 1 cup Sunbay Chettinad Gravy

• 1 lb boneless chicken leg

• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste

• 1½ tbsp oil

• 1 tbsp curry leaves

• ½ tsp mustard seeds

• Salt to taste

• ¼ cup water (optional, to adjust consistency)

• ¼ cup coconut milk

  
  

Method of Preparation

Step 1: Prepare the Tempering

Heat oil in a pan over medium flame. Add mustard seeds and curry leaves, allowing them to crackle and release their aroma.

Step 2: Sear the Chicken

Add the boneless chicken along with ginger garlic paste. Sear well until the chicken is lightly browned and aromatic.

Step 3: Cook Until Tender

Add water if required and cook the chicken until tender and fully cooked.

Step 4: Add the Chettinad Gravy

Add the Sunbay Chettinad Gravy and simmer on low flame for 5–6 minutes until the gravy thickens slightly and coats the chicken beautifully.

Step 5: Finish with Coconut Milk

Pour in the coconut milk and stir gently. Adjust salt according to taste.

Step 6: Serve Hot

Serve immediately with steamed rice, appam, dosa, or flaky Malabar parotta.

Chef’s Tips

• Chicken thigh or leg meat works best for juicy, flavorful results.

• For extra heat, add crushed black pepper while simmering.

• Coconut milk should be added at the end to maintain its creamy texture.

  
  

Serving Suggestions

Chicken Chettinad pairs exceptionally well with:

• Appam

• Malabar parotta

• Steamed rice

• Dosa

• Jeera rice

  
  

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Authentic South Indian flavor made easy

• Rich, spicy, and aromatic gravy

• Perfect balance of heat and creaminess

• Quick preparation with consistent results

• Ideal for cafés, restaurants, and home kitchens