For this kadi patta chicken recipe, heat one teaspoon of oil in a kadai on medium heat. Put in cashew nuts, whole black pepper, curry leaves and sauté for a couple of minutes. Remove from heat, allow to cool and grind to a smooth paste using very little water. Set aside.
Heat some more oil in the same frying pan. Tip in finely chopped onions and fry till they start to brown.
Next add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add turmeric powder and mix well.
Add the chicken pieces and fry for a minute or two. Sprinkle salt, chilli powder and coriander powder; mix well.
Add finely chopped coriander leaves, fresh curd and combine well. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes.
Add the prepared ground paste and blend well.
Cover with a lid and cook on medium heat till the chicken is fully cooked.
Add a dash of garam masala powder and mix the curry leaf chicken curry well. Simmer for 1-2 minutes till you get the right consistency and remove.
Serve Curry Leaf Chicken with plain Rice or Parathas.