Tavuk Tava (Turkish Chicken)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 15

Turkish Tavuk Tava Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 tablespoons olive oil , divided
	1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts , cut into 1 inch cubes or 1 1/2 lbs chicken legs with thigh
	0.5 jar ajvar
	1 can diced tomatoes with juice
	1 jar mushrooms , drained
	1 onion , diced
	1 tablespoon garlic , minced
	salt and pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

432

Sugar

Fat

24g

Tavuk Tava is a traditional Turkish dish made with chunks of chicken and a savory tomato and pepper sauce. The dish is typically served over a bed of rice or with bread, but can be enjoyed on its own as well. It is a comforting and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight dinner.

Instructions

1.	Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
2.	Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
3.	Add remaining olive oil to the skillet. Add the onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
4.	Add in the garlic and mushrooms and cook until the mushrooms have browned.
5.	Add the canned tomatoes and ajvar to the skillet and stir to combine.
6.	Return the chicken back to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce.
7.	Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the dish simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly. Serve hot with bread or rice.

PROS

This is a tasty and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

The ingredients are easy to find, and it has a savory and slightly sweet flavor.

CONS

As with most dishes served with rice, it can be high in carbohydrates and calories.

Also, ajvar, a pepper and eggplant mixture, is high in sodium, so it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein and contains good fats from the olive oil.
Garlic is also a known immune booster, while mushrooms have an anti-inflammatory effect.