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Idicha Kozhi Varuval

Idicha Kozhi Varuval

  • 30 min
  • medium
  • Serves 3

Prep 10 min · Cook 20 min

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7 steps, each one filmed. A short video for every step, so your hands never have to leave the pan.

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Also known as Pichu Potta Kozhi Varuval, Shredded Chicken, Pichu Pota Chicken · Non-veg · Dry sides, Snacks & Starters

Idicha kozhi varuval: pressure-cooked chicken shredded by hand and tossed in coconut oil with onion and pepper. Medium-spicy, serves 3, 30 minutes, video.

High proteinLow calorie

You’ll need: Pressure Cooker

Good for: Party, Rainy Day

Ingredients

16 items

3 people
  • Coconut Oil1 tsp
  • Chicken Drumstick and Thigh2
  • Salt¼ tsp
  • Turmeric Powder¼ tsp
  • Water1½ cup
  • Coconut Oil1 tbsp
  • Onion, Thinly Sliced1
  • Green Chilli2
  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Red Chilli Powder1 tsp
  • Garam Masala Powder1 tsp
  • SaltTo Taste
  • Water2 tbsp
  • Curry leaves10
  • Black Pepper Powder1 tsp
  • Coriander Leaves1 tbsp

Nutrition

Per 1 person, and for all 3 people. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

NutrientPer 1 personAll 3 people
Energy214kcal642kcal
Protein21g62g
Carbohydrate6.5g20g
Fat11g34g
Fibre1.4g4.2g
Sugar1.7g5.1g

Cookd masalas for chicken drumstick and thigh

Method

  1. 1

    In a pressure cooker, add 1 tsp of oil, add the chicken and saute for 30 seconds. Add ¼ tsp of salt and turmeric powder. Add 1 ½ cups of water and pressure cook the chicken for 4 Whistles.

    Coconut OilChicken Drumstick and ThighSaltTurmeric PowderWater

  2. 2

    Once the pressure settles down, remove the chicken from the pressure cooker and shred it using your hands. Keep the shredded chicken pieces with bone aside.

  3. 3

    In another pan, heat 1 tbsp Coconut oil, add the onions and saute until they are translucent.

    Coconut OilOnion

  4. 4

    Add the finely chopped green chillies and ginger-garlic paste and saute until the raw smell leaves.

    Green ChilliGinger Garlic Paste

  5. 5

    Add chilli powder, garam masala powder, salt and saute until the spices are cooked.

    Red Chilli PowderGaram Masala PowderSalt

  6. 6

    Add the shredded chicken pieces and toss. Add 2 tbsp of water or chicken stock water.

    Water

  7. 7

    Add the curry leaves, black pepper powder and coriander leaves.

    Curry leavesBlack Pepper PowderCoriander Leaves

Before you start

How long does Idicha Kozhi Varuval take?
30 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Idicha Kozhi Varuval serve?
3. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Idicha Kozhi Varuval vegetarian?
No, it contains meat or fish.
Is Idicha Kozhi Varuval spicy?
It is medium: 2 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.
What do I need to make Idicha Kozhi Varuval?
2 Chicken Drumstick and Thigh, 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste, 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder, 1 tsp Black Pepper Powder, 1 Onion, 2 Green Chilli, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Idicha Kozhi Varuval?
No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Idicha Kozhi Varuval?
About 214 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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    Abhi SMarch 2026

    Easy recipe. Turned out well and very tasty. Enjoyed it.

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