Yassa Chicken

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while pork can be more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while seasoned water is budget-friendly.

hot pepper

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Bell pepper offers sweetness without heat, while cayenne is often cheaper.

Slice the onions and set aside.

Slice the lemons and set aside.

Mince the garlic using a mortar and pestle.

Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic, half of the onions, and half of the lemon.

Mix well and cover to marinate in the fridge for 2 hours or overnight.

Brown the marinated chicken in a pan with 2 tablespoons of oil for 5-6 minutes on each side and set aside.

In the same pan, add the remaining onions, garlic, mustard, and the remaining marinade from the chicken.

Add 1/2 cup of water (or chicken stock) and bring to a boil.

Add the browned chicken and hot pepper, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Cover and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes or more depending on size.

Alternatively, preheat the oven to 350 degrees, bring the chicken to a boil, then place it in the oven and cook for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

Plate the chicken, garnish with lemon and parsley, and serve with rice, couscous, or potatoes.

Cooking Techniques

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