The flavour of the dish can be attributed to red chillies, but the exact set of ingredients for the recipe can vary.
It is prepared using boneless chicken and is usually served with an onion and lemon garnish.
While the name "Chicken 65" is universally used to refer to the dish, there are many different theories claiming its origins.
One account claims that the dish emerged as a simple meal for Indian soldiers in 1965.
Another account claims that it is a dish containing 65 chili peppers devised by an enterprising hotelier.