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chicken 65 recipe

Chicken 65 Recipe

5 from 10 votes
Chicken 65 is a spicy, tangy, and crispy South Indian dish made with marinated and fried chicken, tossed in a tempering of curry leaves, garlic, and chilies. Perfect as an appetizer or a side dish, this crowd-pleaser is easy to prepare and bursting with bold flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: chicken
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For Marination:
  • 500 g boneless chicken cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons cornflour
  • 1 tablespoon rice flour
  • Salt to taste
  • For Tempering:
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 10-12 curry leaves
  • 4-5 green chilies slit
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Deep frying pan or air fryer
  • Spatula
  • Slotted spoon
  • Serving plate

Method
 

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, lemon juice, cornflour, rice flour and salt. Combine thoroughly to make a thick paste.
  2. The chicken should be marinated: Place the chicken pieces in the marinade and press so they are coated evenly. Rest for 30 minutes to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  3. Deep Fry the Chicken: Heat oil on medium heat in a frying pan. Fry the marinated chicken pieces in batch till golden brown and crispy. Using a slotted spoon, remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel.
  4. Tempering: In a separate pan, heat two tablespoons of oil. Then sauté the curry leaves, green chilies and minced garlic. Sauté until aromatic.
  5. Toss and Serve: Add the fried chicken to the tempering and toss well to coat evenly. Serve hot as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.

Notes

For a healthier version, use an air fryer or bake the chicken at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
chicken 65 recipe
Adjust the spice level by reducing or increasing the amount of chili powder and green chilies.
To keep the chicken tender, avoid over-frying.
chicken 65 recipe