Chicken chakhokhbili with zucchini
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Georgian cuisine is famous for chicken dishes and chakhokhbili. Being a national dish of Georgia, it is prepared in every household. You can use meat from any poultry, including chicken. For this recipe, I recommend sticking to the classic version and using chicken meat. And of course, garlic, fresh herbs, tomatoes, and don't forget the zucchini, which will add juiciness and tenderness to the finished dish. The traditional recipe includes plenty of spicy national seasonings and spices, but they might not suit everyone. Therefore, adjust the amount to your taste. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the ingredients for making chicken and zucchini chakhokhbili.
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Step 2
Cut the chicken into portion pieces. Wash, dry with a paper towel, and place on a dry, hot skillet.
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Step 3
Sear the chicken pieces until a light golden crust forms.
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Step 4
Peel the onion, rinse it, and slice into half-rings. Place in the frying pan where the chicken was fried. Pour in sunflower oil. You can also add a piece of butter.
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Step 5
Stirring, sauté the onion until translucent.
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Step 6
Transfer the chicken to a cauldron or a heavy-bottomed pot.
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Step 7
Add the fried onion.
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Step 8
Wash the tomatoes. Peel and finely chop them. You can also pass them through a meat grinder. Add to the cauldron. Pour in 150-200 ml of water. Place on the stove and simmer the chicken over low heat.
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Step 9
Add salt, pepper, and khmeli-suneli. Continue simmering, stirring occasionally.
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Step 10
Wash the zucchini and cut into small cubes. Peel and finely chop the garlic. Add the zucchini and garlic to the pot 10-15 minutes before the dish is ready. Simmer until fully cooked.
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Step 11
Add chopped herbs to the ready chakhokhbili.
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Step 12
Stir, cover with a lid, and turn off the heat.
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Step 13
Chicken chakhokhbili with zucchini is ready. Serve hot.