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Chakhokhbili Georgian chicken stew served

Chakhokhbili (Georgian Chicken Stew)

Chakhokhbili, one of Georgia's most popular traditional dishes, originates from the rural Georgian countryside. The dish was originally made with pheasant, but chicken has now become the most common ingredient. The rich tomato sauce and fresh herbs make this dish special, and it is often eaten with fresh bread or rice. Chakhokhbili is the perfect choice if you want to conjure up a special yet easy-to-prepare meal.

Prep Time 20 min
Preparation 50 min
Total 1 hr 10 min
400 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 4
⭕ 600 g Chicken Thighs (boneless and skinless)
⭕ 500 g Tomatoes
⭕ 2 Onions
⭕ 3 cloves Garlic
⭕ 1 Bell Pepper
⭕ 20 g Fresh Cilantro
⭕ 15 g Parsley
⭕ 10 g Fresh Basil
⭕ 30 g Butter
⭕ 1 tsp Salt
⭕ 1 tsp Black Pepper
⭕ 1 tsp Hungarian Sweet Paprika
⭕ 0.5 tsp Ground Cumin

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Prepare the ingredients: dice the onions, garlic, and bell pepper. Peel and dice the tomatoes.

    2

    In a large skillet, melt the butter and sear the chicken thighs on both sides until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

    3

    In the same skillet, sauté the onions until translucent. Add the garlic and bell pepper, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until softened.

    4

    Add the diced tomatoes and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until a thick sauce forms. Season with salt, pepper, Hungarian sweet paprika, and ground cumin.

    5

    Return the chicken thighs to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce. Cover and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

    6

    Before serving, garnish with fresh cilantro, parsley, and basil. Serve with fresh bread or rice.