Eshleki Turkmeni With Chicken Easy recipe How to make Eshleki turkmeni ترزتهیه ایشلیکی ترکمنی

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier, while sunflower oil is budget-friendly.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible, while omitting herbs reduces cost.

broth

🥗Healthier: water

💰Cheaper: homemade broth

Water is calorie-free, while homemade broth is cost-effective.

Marinate chicken with lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, and black pepper for at least 30 minutes.

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

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

Stir in diced bell peppers, carrots, and potatoes; cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.

Add marinated chicken to the pot and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Incorporate diced tomatoes and stir well to combine.

Pour in broth, add bay leaves, and season with salt to taste.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Serve hot with bread or rice.

Cooking Techniques

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