Chakhokhbili
Chakhokhbili is one of the best-known and most beloved dishes of Georgian cuisine. This tomato-based chicken stew was traditionally made with pheasant, but today it is most often made with chicken. The specialty of this dish is the rich, spicy tomato sauce, made truly delicious with fresh cilantro and parsley. Chakhokhbili is the perfect choice for a weekend family lunch or dinner, and is guaranteed to impress everyone.
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Ingredients for this recipe
Servings: 4
1
kg
Chicken pieces
500
g
Fresh tomatoes (peeled)
2
Onions
3
cloves
Garlic (crushed)
20
g
Fresh cilantro
20
g
Fresh parsley
50
g
Butter
2
tbsp
Sunflower oil
1
tsp
Hungarian Sweet Paprika
1
tsp
Salt
0.5
tsp
Black pepper
1
Chili (optional)
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Preparation Steps
1
In a large skillet, heat the butter and oil over medium heat. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
2
In the same skillet, sauté the finely chopped onions until translucent.
3
Add the peeled and diced tomatoes and the crushed garlic. Cook over low heat until the tomatoes break down and form a sauce.
4
Return the chicken to the skillet and stir in the Hungarian sweet paprika, salt, and pepper. Add a little water or broth if needed.
5
Simmer over low heat for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors have melded. If desired, add chopped chili for a spicier flavor.
6
Before serving, garnish with fresh cilantro and parsley. Serve with fresh bread or cooked rice.
