🇩🇿 Algerian Rechta With Cinnamon Flavored Chicken

rechta noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: regular pasta

Whole wheat noodles add fiber while regular pasta is more accessible.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu offers a plant-based option while chicken thighs are more economical.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts are healthier fats while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sugar-free dried fruit

Dried cranberries add a tart flavor without added sugar.

Put olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add onions and chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper.

Add the cinnamon stick and let cook for 5 minutes.

Add turnips and chickpeas, let it cook for a good 10 minutes.

Pour hot water on top until it covers the chicken and vegetables, cover and let cook for about 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked.

Prepare the rechta noodles by steaming them over the chicken sauce for 10 to 15 minutes.

Damp the noodles in a large dish and sprinkle about 2 cups of the chicken sauce, gently mix with a fork and let it absorb the sauce for a few minutes.

Steam the noodles again for the second time for 10 to 15 minutes.

Damp the noodles in a large dish and add butter, mix until the butter is completely melted.

Take out the chicken from the sauce, add zucchinis and adjust the seasoning, adding water if needed.

Put a tablespoon of butter in a large frying pan and brown the chicken (optional).

Serve the noodles with chicken and vegetables on top along with the sauce.

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