Pepper Grilled Chicken – Indian Style
Recipe Summary
- This recipe demonstrates how to prepare Indian-style Pepper Grilled Chicken. Chicken pieces are marinated with salt and pepper, then grilled in a pan with butter, garlic, green chilies, and curry leaves until tender and flavorful. It's a simple yet aromatic dish perfect for a quick meal.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Chicken (boneless thighs/breast) 6 pieces (approx. 700g)
- Salt to taste
- Black Pepper Powder 2-3 tsp
- Butter 2 tbsp
- Garlic 4 cloves (peeled)
- Green Chillies 2-3 (slit)
- Curry Leaves a handful (approx. 15-20 leaves)
Tools You'll Need
- Grill pan
- Pan
- Grill
- Tongs
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Butter?
- 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
- Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
- Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Curry leaves?
- 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Marinate Chicken
Marinate 6 pieces of chicken (approx. 700g) with salt to taste and 2-3 teaspoons of black pepper powder. Ensure the chicken is well coated with the seasoning.
Step 2: Prepare Grill Pan
Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and let it melt and sizzle.
Step 3: Add Aromatics
Once the butter is melted, add 4 peeled garlic cloves, 2-3 slit green chilies, and a handful of curry leaves (approx. 15-20 leaves) to the pan. Sauté for about until fragrant.
Step 4: Grill Chicken (First Side)
Carefully place the marinated chicken pieces onto the hot grill pan. Cook for on one side until grill marks appear and the chicken starts to brown.
Step 5: Grill Chicken (Second Side)
Using tongs, flip the chicken pieces to cook on the other side. Cook for another .
Step 6: Cover and Finish Cooking
Cover the grill pan with a lid and let the chicken cook for an additional , allowing it to cook through and absorb the flavors.
Step 7: Serve
Remove the lid and check if the chicken is fully cooked and tender. Serve hot.
Similar RecipesYou might also like
Other recipes in the same cuisine, meal type, or style — ready to cook whenever you are.
Kashmiri Lal Tofu Paneer
Cuisine
Indian · Kashmiri
Prep + Cook Time
45 Minutes
Difficulty Level
Medium
Kadhi (Not Curry)
Cuisine
Indian · North Indian
Prep + Cook Time
55 Minutes
Difficulty Level
Medium
Spicy Mutton Curry Recipe
Cuisine
Indian · North Indian
Prep + Cook Time
1 hr 30 min
Difficulty Level
Medium
Authentic Rajma Masala
Cuisine
Indian · North Indian
Prep + Cook Time
45 Minutes
Difficulty Level
Medium
One Pot Rajma - Yummy Ever
Cuisine
Indian · North Indian
Prep + Cook Time
40 Minutes
Difficulty Level
Easy
Pyaaz Paratha Recipe
Cuisine
Indian · North Indian
Prep + Cook Time
45 Minutes
Difficulty Level
Comments
Sign in to leave a comment on this recipe.
Loading comments...