Crispy Madras-Style Oven-Fried Chicken with Yogurt-Pistachio Sauce
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with this Crispy Madras-Style Oven-Fried Chicken. Infused with aromatic curry and coated in a crunchy pistachio crust, this dish is baked to perfection, making it a healthy yet indulgent meal. Accompanied by a creamy and tangy Yogurt-Pistachio Sauce, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at a dinner party. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal that’s sure to please everyone.
4
Servings
205
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless skinless chicken breast halves
4 (halved)
plain nonfat yogurt
1/3 cup (for marinating chicken)
curry powder
1 teaspoon (for marinating chicken)
finely chopped pistachios
1/2 cup (for coating chicken)
breadcrumbs
1/2 cup (for coating chicken)
coarsely chopped mint leaves
2 tablespoons (for coating chicken)
salt
1/2 teaspoon
pepper
1/4 teaspoon
plain nonfat yogurt
1 (8 ounce) container (for sauce)
toasted chopped pistachios
3 tablespoons (for sauce)
chopped cilantro leaf
1/4 cup (for sauce)
chopped mint leaves
2 tablespoons (for sauce)
fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon (for sauce)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (for sauce)
hot pepper sauce
1/8 teaspoon (for sauce)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking pan by lightly spraying it with cooking spray.
2
In a shallow bowl, combine the plain nonfat yogurt and curry powder. Mix until well-blended.
3
On a separate sheet of wax paper or in another shallow bowl, mix together the finely chopped pistachios, breadcrumbs, coarsely chopped mint leaves, salt, and pepper.
4
Take each boneless, skinless chicken breast half and dip it into the yogurt mixture, ensuring it is well-coated. Then, roll the chicken in the pistachio mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating.
5
Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking pan, ensuring they are spaced apart. Lightly coat the tops of the chicken with cooking spray to enhance crispiness.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fork-tender and the crust is golden brown.
7
While the chicken is baking, prepare the Yogurt-Pistachio Sauce by combining the additional yogurt, toasted chopped pistachios, chopped cilantro, chopped mint leaves, fresh lemon juice, salt, and hot pepper sauce in a bowl. Mix well until smooth.
8
Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with cilantro and mint sprigs before serving. Pair with the Yogurt-Pistachio Sauce for a delightful finish.
Nutrition Information
9.5g
Fat
9.5g
Carbs
23g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the calorie count for this Madras-Style chicken recipe?
Each serving contains 205 calories.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What oven temperature is required?
The oven should be preheated to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
What is the total protein content per serving?
There are 23 grams of protein per serving.
How long should the chicken bake?
The chicken should bake for approximately 30 minutes until fork-tender and golden brown.
What type of chicken is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves.
What ingredients are used for the chicken coating?
The coating is made from finely chopped pistachios, breadcrumbs, coarsely chopped mint leaves, salt, and pepper.
What kind of yogurt is recommended?
Plain nonfat yogurt is used for both the chicken marinade and the sauce.
How do you make the yogurt dipping mixture?
Combine 1/3 cup of plain nonfat yogurt with 1 teaspoon of curry powder.
What gives this dish its Madras-style flavor?
The aromatic curry powder mixed with the yogurt provides the Madras-style flavor profile.
What is in the Yogurt-Pistachio Sauce?
The sauce contains yogurt, toasted chopped pistachios, chopped cilantro, chopped mint leaves, fresh lemon juice, salt, and hot pepper sauce.
Is the Yogurt-Pistachio Sauce spicy?
The sauce has a slight kick from the addition of 1/8 teaspoon of hot pepper sauce.
How much fat is in this dish?
There are 9.5 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are per serving?
The recipe contains 9.5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How should the baking pan be prepared?
Lightly spray the baking pan with cooking spray before adding the chicken.
How do you get the chicken crust to be crispy?
After coating the chicken, lightly coat the tops with cooking spray before baking to enhance crispiness.
Should the pistachios in the sauce be treated differently than those in the coating?
Yes, the sauce uses toasted chopped pistachios, while the coating uses finely chopped pistachios.
What herbs are used in the sauce?
The sauce features chopped cilantro leaves and chopped mint leaves.
What is the purpose of resting the chicken?
Letting the chicken rest for a few minutes after baking helps keep it juicy and flavorful.
What is used to garnish the dish?
The dish is garnished with cilantro and mint sprigs.
How much lemon juice is needed for the sauce?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice for the sauce.
How do you apply the pistachio coating?
Dip the chicken in the yogurt-curry mixture, then roll it in the pistachio mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
How much salt is used for the chicken coating?
The chicken coating requires 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How much salt is used in the sauce?
The sauce requires 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
Is there any pepper in the recipe?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of pepper is included in the pistachio coating mixture.
What amount of breadcrumbs is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs for the coating.
What is the size of the yogurt container for the sauce?
One 8-ounce container of plain nonfat yogurt is used for the sauce.
What side dishes go well with this chicken?
It is recommended to serve the chicken with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it is described as a healthy yet indulgent meal using oven-frying and nonfat yogurt.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
The tags include chicken, oven-fried, madras, yogurt sauce, pistachios, healthy, dinner, and spicy.