10 Irresistible Spicy Chicken Recipes

By Sanchita

Monday, April 22, 2013, 18:30 [IST]

Whether grilled, fried, baked or roasted, chicken is a hot favorite among all the non-vegetarian food lovers. It tastes even better when cooked with the variety of Indian marinades and spices because the spicy chicken recipes from each region have a unique flavour. Moreover we, Indians love to experiment with our food and make it more interesting which gives us a variety of items to choose from.

Among all the spicy chicken recipes of India, tandoori chicken and chilli chicken are the classic items which are relished throughout the sub-continent. Other than these, the southern classic Chettinad chicken, Malvani chicken etc. definitely cannot be missed out from the list. Similarly, there is no scarcity of contemporary dry spicy chicken recipes either. You can try out from a variety of items such as spicy chicken wings cooked-up in the Indian style or the Indian version of the chilli chicken which gives your taste-bud a tangy twist. There are some other very spicy recipes hailing from the western coastal region which will put your tongue on fire.

We understand that it gets boring if you keep churning in the same recipes again and again. So, here are the 10 most irresistible spicy chicken recipes. These will definitely add some spice to your life.

Tandoori Chicken

Tandoori chicken is a classic chicken recipe from North India in which the chicken is marinated with yogurt, lemon juice and plenty of spices. It is then cooked in a tandoor which is an earthen oven in which the meat is roasted directly on coal fire which gives it a mildly burnt smell.

Chettinad Chicken

It is a famous spicy chicken recipe from the southern region of India. The chicken is simmered in coconut milk and a unique flavor is obtained from a blend of spices like fennel seeds, coriander seeds, poppy seeds, peppercorns, cardamoms and cumin to name a few. Chicken curry cooked in Chettinad style is a delicacy all over India.

Indian Style Spicy Chicken Wings

This is an Indian adaptation of the barbecued spicy chicken wings. In this recipe the chicken wings are marinated in yogurt and a mix of dried spices and herbs. The chicken is then grilled using olive oil. It is a delicious spicy starter.

Malvani Chicken Curry

A coastal recipe in which the chicken is made with a thick curry of grated coconut cooked in spices. In this recipe, the marinade is prepared first then the masala is made separately, followed by the gravy. This recipe has a unique taste.

Chilli Chicken Dry

This recipe is originally borrowed from the Chinese. It is an easy recipe in which the chicken is marinated in ginger-garlic paste and then fried along with soy sauce, tomato sauce and chilli sauce. This is a very popular recipe which is prepared in every nook and corner of India.

Chicken Curry Kolhapuri Style

This is a Maharashtrian recipe. It is an extremely spicy item prepared with yogurt, cashew nuts and wide range of spices. If you are throwing a party, it is a must-have on the menu.

Teekha Murgh

It is a Mughlai recipe and as the name suggests, it is indeed very spicy. Prepared with a blend of the aromatic spices like fenugreek, coriander and cumin, this recipe is a must try for all chicken lovers.

Chicken Sukka

This is a semi-gravy recipe. It can be served both as snacks as well as a main item. It is prepared prepared with a lot of spices such as the carom seeds, coriander, white mustard seeds and a lot of red chillies. It tastes great when served as a starter with drinks.

Chicken Tikka Masala

This is actually an improvisation of the chicken tikka which is served as starters. It is an extremely spicy item in which the chicken is marinated with yogurt and spices and then grilled on skewers. After it is cooked, the grilled chicken pieces are served with a spicy gravy.

Murg Ka Saalan

This recipe is a part of the Mughlai cuisine. This royal recipe is prepared with ground spices and butter. It is a semi spicy recipe which tastes extremely delicious.

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