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Turkish Chicken Dish (Tavuk Yemeği)
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A comforting and hearty Turkish dish featuring chicken, potatoes, and a rich tomato sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner. This dish is a nostalgic recipe that brings the warmth and flavors of Turkish cuisine to your table.
01:05:00 total
Serves 6
medium
Meat Main Course
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Ingredients
- whole chicken - 1 (cut into small pieces with bones and skin, or 1 kilo of chicken thighs)
- baking potatoes - 6
- tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
- black pepper - 1 tablespoon
- sweet paprika - 1 to 2 tablespoons
- piri piri chilies - 6-8 (optional)
- extra virgin olive oil - 1/2 dl
- sugar - 2 teaspoons
- garlic cloves - 10
- canned diced tomatoes - 1 can
- onions - 7-8
- boiling water - Approx. 1.5 liters
Instructions
- Sauté Chicken: Sauté chicken pieces in a large pot until they are lightly browned.
- Add Tomato Paste and Spices: Add tomato paste, dried spices, and sugar, and let it all roast for 3-5 minutes.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Then add the remaining ingredients to the pot and bring it all to a boil.
- Simmer: Let the dish simmer for about 45 minutes, and let it rest for 20 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Serve the chicken dish with a fresh green salad, pickled chilies, yogurt, and flatbread.
