Lemon & Onion Chicken Yassa Recipe (Poulet Yassa) & FONIO - SENEGAL

Add Dijon mustard to a bowl and mix until well combined.

Remove skin from chicken thighs and drumsticks.

Marinate chicken pieces with garlic and onions, ideally overnight or for at least 8 hours.

Fry chicken pieces in a pan until browned, about 15 minutes.

Slow cook sliced onions in the same pan, adding salt to extract moisture.

Add water to the pan to create a flavorful base.

After 25 minutes, strain the juices from the pan.

Add fried chicken back to the pan with the strained juices.

Add homemade chicken stock and a bay leaf to the mixture.

Slice a whole lemon and add it to the pot.

Slow cook for an additional 20 to 25 minutes.

Add freshly milled black peppercorns and chili flakes for seasoning.

Sprinkle with smoked paprika for a smoky flavor and mix well.

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