Andhra Chili Chicken Recipe

Fiery, flavorful, and oh so delicious- you definitely have to give this Andhra chili chicken recipe a shot! 

Whether you’re hosting a little get-together at home, or are just in the mood to indulge in something flavorful and spicy, this Andhra chili chicken recipe is just what you need. 

The recipe is incredibly simple and it takes just a few minutes to whip it up. Plus, you can also prep it and store it for later. 

Interested already? Read on to discover everything you need to know about the recipe. 

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• Ingredients For the Recipe
• How to Make the Andhra Chili Chicken
• Tips & Tricks to Nail the Recipe
• Andhra Chili Chicken Recipe

Ingredients For the Recipe

You will require two sets of ingredients to make the chili chicken. 

For the green chili paste

• Green chilies: 12-15
• Water: A little

For the chili chicken

• Oil: 1½ tbsp
• Prepared green chili paste: 1 tsp
• Green chilies (slit): 5-6
• Chicken: 250 gms
• Salt: 2 tsps or as per taste
• Vinegar or lemon juice: ⅛ cup
• Soy sauce: 1 tbsp
• Water: 2½ cups 
• Cornflour slurry: 3 tbsps

How to Make the Andhra Chili Chicken

Ready with all your ingredients? Here’s the quick, step-by-step process of making the recipe. 

For the green chili paste, add the green chilies to a blender with a little bit of water and make it into a paste.

Heat oil in a pan and add the green chili paste. Saute for 1-2 minute.

Next add the slit green chilies and give it a good mix. 

Add the chicken next and saute. Let it cook for about 3-4 minutes. 

Next, add the salt, vinegar, and soy sauce. Mix well. 

Add water and mix well. Let the mixture cook for about 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is cooked. 

Once the chicken is cooked, add the cornflour slurry and mix. 

Serve hot with rice.

Can I Use Store-Bought Chili Paste?

If you don’t want to go through the process of making the chili paste, you can actually make do with the store-bought version instead as well. Just remember to give it a quick taste to determine the level of spice the chili paste has so that you know how much you should be adding to the recipe. 

What Else Can I Add Into the Andhra Chili Chicken?

This chicken recipe is versatile, so you can throw in many other ingredients as per your personal taste. Fresh diced veggies can be great, since they can lend the dish a nice element of crunch, and can also make it a balanced and healthy meal. 

Think along the lines of baby corn, bell peppers, onions, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, bok choy, and cherry tomatoes. Make sure you add them a few minutes after you’ve added the chicken so that the veggies don’t end up getting overcooked and mushy.

Can I Make This Without the Chicken?

Yes, you can actually make a vegetarian version of this dish too! Just use tofu, soy chunks, or cottage cheese cubes as your protein, and follow the rest of the recipe as is. 

How Do I Store Leftover Andhra Chili Chicken?

Got some leftovers? You can transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate them for up to 4 days. Always use a little water before you reheat it and keep the heat low so that the ingredients don’t end up burning. 

How Do I Prep the Recipe in Advance?

This is one of those recipes that you can prepare in advance and store for later. Mix all the ingredients together and transfer them to an airtight container. You can then pop it into the freezer and store it for months. 

Then, when you want to make it, all you need to do is get it out, allow it to thaw, and cook it in hot oil. 

Tips & Tricks to Nail the Recipe

The recipe is super simple, but if you implement these little tips and tricks you’re on your way to nailing the recipe! 

• The green chilies are literally the essence of this recipe. They provide the heat and the classic green color. Make sure you pick the best green chilies for this recipe. Remember that smaller green chilies will have a fiery taste, while larger ones will be mild and less spicy. 
• To lend the dish that nice green color, you can also add some chopped up coriander leaves or curry leaves. 
• If the chicken and the mixture starts to feel like it is burning, you can add a bit of water. 
• Is your Andhra chili chicken feeling too spicy? You can tone it down by adding a teaspoon of sugar into the mix. 
• To get the chicken more tender and flavorful, you can marinate the chicken in some buttermilk or yogurt for 45-60 minutes. The longer you allow the chicken to marinate, the better. Overnight marination can really work wonders especially when it comes to making the chicken juicy and flavorful. 
• To get a nice and flavorful gravy around the chicken, you can also sauté some minced onions in the oil before you proceed with the rest of the recipe. 
• Make sure you don’t end up overcooking the chicken. The amount of time it takes for the chicken to cook will depend on the size of the chicken pieces and the cut, but remember that it should be soft and tender to touch. When it feels just about done, take it off heat and put a lid on it. 
• Want to turn this slightly dry chicken recipe into a gravy based dish? Add some more cornflour slurry and water and cook until it thickens. 

How Do I Serve the Dish?

This classic Andhra chili chicken can be served as an appetizer all on its own or can be teamed up with some piping hot fried rice, or even steamed basmati rice. 

Since it is loaded with flavor, you don’t need to go through a lot of effort to pair it with other items. If you still want to go the extra mile though, you can serve it with a refreshing drink like a pomegranate mint cooler. 

Planning to make it for some guests you’re hosting? You might want to serve it with some baked chicken 65 and Aloo Tikki chaat.