Bulgarian-style chicken
Description
The recipe won't take much time. This amazing Bulgarian-style chicken dish has long captured my heart, as I truly adore the combination of fresh vegetables and chicken, and when you add a bit of spice, you get a truly fantastic meal. Believe me, the flavor of this chicken is so incredible it takes your breath away, and yet preparing it isn't difficult at all—you could even say it's easy. Bulgarian cuisine, in general, is always rich in vegetables and various herbs, incorporating elements of Turkish, Greek, Armenian, Italian, and Hungarian cuisines, which is probably why it's so colorful and flavorful. If you'd like to find out more, serve it hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
We peel the garlic and finely chop it.
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Step 2
Pour 100 ml of soy sauce into a bowl and add minced garlic, mix well.
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Step 3
Now it's time for the hot pepper, which we also slice into small pieces.
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Step 4
And place into a bowl with soy sauce and garlic.
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Step 5
We thoroughly rinse the chicken breast under cold water, dry it, and cut it into small pieces. Place it in a plate with marinade.
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Step 6
Mix well and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for about half an hour.
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Step 7
Cut the sweet pepper and green onion into strips, and slice the carrot into rounds.
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Step 8
In a skillet, heat the olive oil and begin frying the chopped vegetables.
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Step 9
After about 5 minutes, place the marinated chicken into the skillet and sprinkle it with spices, mix well, and continue frying.
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Step 10
When the chicken is browned on all sides and turns white, add watercress and peas, and continue frying the chicken until fully cooked.
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Step 11
A few minutes before it's done, add the cilantro and cashews, mix and turn off the heat. Bulgarian-style chicken goes great with spaghetti and other side dishes.