Chicken Yahniya
Description
Preparing yakhniya is very simple, and your chicken will shine not only with bright colors but also with vibrant flavors.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the necessary ingredients.
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Step 2
Cut the chicken into portion pieces, rinse and pat dry with paper towels, then season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
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Step 3
Pour vegetable oil into a preheated skillet and fry the chicken on both sides for 5 minutes.
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Step 4
Slice the onion into half-rings.
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Step 5
Cut the tomato into cubes.
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Step 6
Dice the carrot.
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Step 7
Cut the bell pepper into strips, place all the vegetables on another skillet with heated vegetable oil, and sauté for 5-7 minutes.
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Step 8
After the vegetables have been lightly sautéed, add tomato paste, pour in 100 ml of water, and simmer again for 3–5 minutes.
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Step 9
Place the vegetables over the fried chicken pieces and simmer covered for 30-35 minutes, then add bell pepper, shredded salt.
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Step 10
Transfer the ready-made yakhniya to a serving dish and serve.
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Step 11
You can eat yakhniya as is, or serve it with vegetables, or with a side dish of rice with added green peas or corn. A very tasty dish—I sincerely recommend you try making it!