Ingredients

  • For the Chicken:
  • Oil – 4–5 tbsp
  • Cardamom – 3
  • Cloves – 4
  • Cinnamon – 2 sticks
  • Onion – 1 kg
  • Tomato – 4
  • Green Chilies – 11–12
  • Salt – to taste
  • Little water
  • Ginger Garlic Paste – 1½ tbsp
  • Garam Masala – 1 tbsp
  • Chicken – 1 kg
  • Coriander Leaves
  • For Coconut Milk:
  • Fresh Coconut – 1½ whole
  • Little water
  • For Nut Paste:
  • Almonds – 35–40
  • Cashew Nuts – 15–20
  • Coconut Milk Powder – 1 cup
  • Little water
  • For Macaroni:
  • Water
  • Cardamom – 2
  • Cloves – 2
  • Oil – 2 tbsp
  • Salt – to taste
  • Macaroni – 800 g

Difficulty : Medium

Serves : 10

Creamy Coconut Chicken Macaroni is a rich and comforting one-pot meal made with tender chicken, fresh coconut milk, almonds, cashews, and perfectly cooked macaroni. Infused with aromatic spices and a creamy coconut-based sauce, this delicious fusion recipe delivers a unique blend of flavors and textures. Perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or whenever you're craving a hearty and satisfying meal.

Cooking Steps

  • 1
    Step 1: Cook the Chicken
  • 2
    Heat oil in a pressure cooker.
  • 3
    Add cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon. Sauté for a few seconds.
  • 4
    Add sliced onions and cook until soft.
  • 5
    Add tomatoes, green chillies, salt, and a little water. Mix well.
  • 6
    Close the lid and pressure cook for 6–7 whistles.
  • 7
    Open the pressure cooker and simmer until the water reduces slightly.
  • 8
    Add ginger-garlic paste.
  • 9
    Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes until the raw aroma disappears.
  • 10
    Add garam masala,chicken and coriander leaves. Mix well.
  • 11
    Close the lid and cook for 2 whistles.
  • 12
    Open the pressure cooker and check that the chicken is cooked well.
  • 13
    Step 2: Prepare Coconut Milk
  • 14
    Break and grate the coconut.
  • 15
    Add the grated coconut and a little water to a mixer jar.
  • 16
    Blend well and strain.
  • 17
    Collect the coconut milk in two bowls and keep aside.
  • 18
    Step 3: Prepare Nut Paste
  • 19
    Add almonds, cashew nuts, coconut milk powder, and a little water to a mixer jar.
  • 20
    Blend into a smooth paste.
  • 21
    Keep aside.
  • 22
    Step 4: Boil the Macaroni
  • 23
    Bring water to a boil.
  • 24
    Add cardamom, cloves, oil, and salt.
  • 25
    Add macaroni and cook until 80% done.
  • 26
    Drain and keep aside.
  • 27
    Step 5: Final Cooking
  • 28
    Transfer the cooked chicken to a large cooking pot.
  • 29
    Add the prepared coconut milk and nut paste.
  • 30
    Mix well and bring to a gentle boil.
  • 31
    Add the boiled macaroni and combine thoroughly.
  • 32
    Cook until everything is well coated and heated through.
  • 33
    Serve hot and enjoy your rich and creamy Coconut Chicken Macaroni.