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South African Chutney Chicken Recipe

This incredibly easy South African Chutney Chicken recipe requires only 3 ingredients and delivers explosive flavor! Using tender chicken breast fillets and your favorite Mumbai chutney (easily found at farmers' markets or Indian grocery stores), this dish is ready in under an hour. Experiment with different chutneys—mango, tamarind, or even a spicy green chutney—to create your own unique taste sensation. Get ready for a juicy, flavorful, and surprisingly crunchy chicken bake!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 410.5 kcal
Protein 65g
Rating 4.3 (9 Reviews)
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Ingredients for South African Chutney Chicken

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How to Make South African Chutney Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of Mumbai chutney and 1 packet (1 ounce) of dry onion soup mix. Stir well to combine.
  3. Season 1.5 lbs of chicken breast fillets generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the seasoned chicken pieces in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Pour the chutney mixture evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, or until the chutney sauce is caramelized and slightly crunchy, and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

40g

Carbs

1g

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