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Creamy Pepper Chicken

Cultural Context

Creamy Pepper Chicken hails from the rich culinary traditions of South India, where spices and creamy sauces are staples in everyday cooking. This dish is a testament to the region's love for bold flavors, combining the heat of black pepper with the richness of cream. It's often enjoyed with rice or naan and is a favorite for special occasions and family meals alike. Today, variations of this dish can be found in Indian restaurants worldwide, showcasing its global appeal.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
chicken
bell peppers
3/4 medium onion
2 cloves garlic
butter
oil
1 teaspoon salt
coriander seed powder
thyme
black pepper
Worcestershire sauce
chicken stock
cream
parsley

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Almond milk offers a lighter option with a similar texture

1

Chop bell peppers into 3 cm thick chunks

2

Cut 3/4 of a medium onion into 2 cm thick chunks

3

Crush two cloves of garlic and set aside

4

In a large pan, heat butter and oil on medium heat

5

Add chicken and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt; brown the meat for 5 minutes

6

Turn chicken onto the other side and fry for another 5 minutes

7

Remove chicken from the pan and glaze with a bit of water

8

Add onion and fry for 2 minutes

9

Add crushed garlic and fry for 40 seconds

10

Add coriander seed powder, thyme, and black pepper; cook for 40 seconds

11

Add chicken back to the pan and cook for 2 minutes

12

Add bell peppers and cook for 50 seconds

13

Add Worcestershire sauce followed by chicken stock; cover and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally

14

Add cream and cook on medium uncovered for 8 minutes, mixing occasionally

15

Remove from stove and add parsley (optional)

16

Serve with rice and a mix of zucchini and mushrooms or any veggies of your choice

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

large panknifecutting boardmeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Pepper ChickenPepper Chicken Curry

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