Algerian Chicken with chickpeas – Chtitha Djedj

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier but can be pricier.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Vegetable broth offers a lighter option, while water is the most economical.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes provide more nutrients, while yams are often cheaper.

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a frying pan.

Add 2 pounds of chicken and cook for about 2 minutes on each side.

Add 1 can of chickpeas and mix everything together.

Add all spices (salt, cumin, turmeric, ginger, black pepper, garlic powder) and stir.

Cook for 5 minutes, then add 1.5 cups of water and stir well.

Cover and let it cook for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cooking Techniques

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