ANCIENT AZERBAIJANI CHICKEN DISH - MURGUTUSH | SO DELICIOUS AND SIMPLE DINNER IDEA😋

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable than whole chicken.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often cheaper.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is a healthier grain option, while bulgur is often less expensive.

coriander

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: parsley

Cilantro provides a similar flavor, while parsley is more readily available.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and bell peppers, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Season with coriander, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.

Add chicken pieces to the pot, browning on all sides for about 10 minutes.

Pour in water to cover the chicken, then add bay leaves.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes until chicken is tender.

Add chopped carrots and potatoes, cooking for an additional 15 minutes.

Stir in rinsed rice, ensuring it's submerged in the liquid.

Cover and cook on low heat until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 10 minutes before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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