If you love spicy and tasty chicken curry, this Andhra Chicken Curry is a perfect recipe to try at home. In Telugu, we commonly call it Kodi Kura.
This is a simple Andhra-style chicken curry made with chicken, onions, ginger garlic, green chillies, curry leaves and Indian spices. It goes very well with hot steamed rice, chapati, roti or even dosa.
The best part is that you don't need any complicated ingredients. You can make this Andhra chicken curry at home using ingredients that are easily available in your kitchen.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Chicken
500 grams chicken, curry cut
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chilli powder
1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
Salt as needed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Curry
3 tablespoons oil
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
2–3 green chillies, slit
1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
8–10 curry leaves
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 small cinnamon stick
2 cloves
1 bay leaf
1½–2 teaspoons red chilli powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
½ teaspoon garam masala
1 cup water, or as required
Fresh coriander leaves
Salt as needed
For a richer gravy, you can also add a small amount of cashew paste. Some Andhra-style preparations use cashew or poppy-seed based pastes for a thicker gravy. �
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👨🍳 How to Make Andhra Chicken Curry
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
Take 500 grams of cleaned chicken in a bowl.
Add:
Turmeric powder
Red chilli powder
Ginger garlic paste
Salt
Lemon juice
Mix everything well and keep it aside for 20–30 minutes.
This helps the chicken absorb the flavours.
Step 2: Start the Curry
Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a kadai or thick-bottomed pan.
Add cumin seeds, cinnamon, cloves and bay leaf.
Once they start releasing their aroma, add curry leaves and green chillies.
Step 3: Fry the Onions
Add finely chopped onions and a little salt.
Cook on medium flame until the onions become golden brown.
Don't rush this step. Properly cooked onions give the curry a much better taste.
Step 4: Add Ginger Garlic and Tomatoes
Add ginger garlic paste and fry until the raw smell goes away.
Now add chopped tomatoes.
Cook until the tomatoes become soft and the oil starts separating from the mixture.
Step 5: Add the Chicken
Add the marinated chicken pieces.
Mix everything well and cook on medium-high flame for about 5–7 minutes.
The chicken will change colour and start releasing its juices.
Step 6: Add the Spices
Now add:
Red chilli powder
Turmeric powder
Coriander powder
Salt
Mix well and cook for another 2–3 minutes on medium flame.
Andhra chicken curry is generally known for its spicy and bold flavour, so adjust the chilli powder according to your taste. �
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Step 7: Cook the Chicken
Add about 1 cup of water and mix well.
Cover the pan and cook on low-medium flame for around 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken becomes soft and properly cooked.
Stir occasionally and add a little more water if you want more gravy.
Step 8: Final Touch
Once the chicken is cooked, add garam masala and plenty of fresh coriander leaves.
Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
Turn off the stove.
Your spicy Andhra Chicken Curry / Kodi Kura is ready!
🍚 What to Serve with Andhra Chicken Curry?
This chicken curry tastes especially good with:
Hot steamed rice
Ghee rice
Chapati
Roti
Dosa
Pulao
Ragi sangati
Andhra-style chicken curry is commonly served with rice and other Indian breads. �
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🔥 Tips for Tasty Andhra Chicken Curry
Use chicken with bones:
Bone-in chicken generally gives the curry more flavour.
Don't burn the onions:
Cook them slowly until golden brown.
Adjust chilli:
Andhra food is known for its spicy taste, but you can reduce the chilli powder if you prefer mild food.
Cook slowly:
After adding water, cooking the chicken on a lower flame helps the spices and gravy come together nicely.
Add coriander at the end:
Fresh coriander gives the curry a nice final aroma.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make Andhra chicken curry without tomatoes?
Yes. You can make a version without tomatoes, although tomatoes add some flavour and slight tanginess.
Can I use boneless chicken?
Yes, boneless chicken can be used, but cooking time will be shorter.
How spicy is Andhra chicken curry?
Traditional versions can be quite spicy. You can reduce the red chilli powder and green chillies according to your taste.
Can I make this chicken curry in a pressure cooker?
Yes. You can cook the chicken in a pressure cooker, but avoid overcooking it because chicken can become too soft.
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