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How to Make Spicy Chicken Khurchan with Julienned Bell Peppers

This Chicken Khurchan recipe brings the vibrant flavors of Indian street food to your kitchen. Tender strips of chicken are cooked with a medley of aromatic spices and colorful bell peppers, creating a dish that's both visually appealing and bursting with flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or as an impressive meal for guests.

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Recipe Details

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Servings

4

Difficulty

Intermediate

Simple Summary

Chicken Khurchan is a flavorful North Indian dish featuring tender, julienned chicken cooked with aromatic spices and colorful bell peppers. This street food favorite is transformed into a restaurant-quality meal you can easily make at home.

Recipe Details

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Servings: 4
  • Difficulty: Intermediate

Ingredients

  • 500g boneless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, julienned
  • 1 green bell pepper, julienned
  • 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lemon, juiced

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. Add julienned chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes until they start to brown.

  5. Stir in chopped tomatoes, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, and cumin powder. Cook for 3-4 minutes until tomatoes soften.

  6. Add julienned bell peppers and salt. Mix well and cook for another 5 minutes until peppers are tender-crisp.

  7. Reduce heat to low and continue cooking for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and the flavors have melded.

  8. Squeeze lemon juice over the dish and garnish with fresh cilantro.

  9. Serve hot with naan bread or rice.

Chef's Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken strips in yogurt, lemon juice, and spices for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of red chili powder.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken with paneer or firm tofu.

Nutritional Info

Per serving: Approximately 300 calories. This dish is high in protein from the chicken and provides a good source of vitamins A and C from the bell peppers. It's relatively low in carbohydrates and contains healthy fats from the vegetable oil.

Serving Suggestions

Serve Chicken Khurchan hot with warm naan bread or steamed basmati rice. For a complete meal, pair it with a side of cucumber raita to balance the spices. Garnish with extra cilantro and lemon wedges for added freshness. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or can be served as part of a larger Indian-inspired feast alongside dal and vegetable sides.