Saudi Tahini & Tomato Chicken

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 5
A savory and flavorful Saudi Tahini & Tomato Chicken recipe for dinner
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 chicken breasts , pounded thin
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil ( for cooking onion )
more for cooking onion
1 medium onion , finely chopped
2 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 tablespoon ginger , peeled & finely grated
3 medium tomatoes , finely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon tahini ( sesame paste )
1 teaspoon bahrat mixed spice ( Baharat Aka Middle East Mixed Spices - the Real Mix )
1 teaspoon curry powder ( Julie 's Curry Powder Mix is not to spicy and a nice one )
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon rose water
1 1/3 cups water
chopped fresh parsley

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
3
Calories
440
Sugar
7g
Fat
25g
Saudi Tahini & Tomato Chicken is a Middle Eastern dish that combines the nuttiness of sesame paste with the sweetness of tomatoes and a blend of spices. This recipe is a healthier version of the traditional dish which commonly includes butter and cream, making it less calorie-dense. The chicken is cooked until it's tender and covered in a flavorful sauce that pairs well with rice or couscous.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until browned on both sides, then set aside.
2.Add more olive oil to the skillet and cook onion until soft. Add garlic, ginger, tomatoes, and tomato paste. Cook until tomatoes have broken down.
3.Add tahini, bahrat mixed spice, curry powder, salt, pepper, rose water, and water to the skillet. Bring it to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
4.Add the chicken back to the skillet, cover it, and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
5.Serve the chicken over rice or couscous and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

PROS

The chicken has a rich and flavorful sauce with a hint of sesame paste.

It’s a one-pot meal that is easy to clean up.

The recipe is simple and easy to follow, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

CONS

The recipe requires some prep work before cooking, including chopping the onion, garlic, and tomatoes.

It takes 30 minutes to cook, so it’s not a quick meal to make.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein, essential for building and repairing tissues in our body. It also contains important vitamins and minerals such as B vitamins and selenium. Tahini, which is made from ground sesame seeds, is a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber. It also contains minerals like magnesium and copper. Tomatoes are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene, which has been linked to reducing the risk of certain cancers.

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