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Georgian Chicken with Pomegranates and Herbs
Narbei
A vibrant and flavorful Georgian dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich sauce of pomegranate juice, walnuts, and a generous blend of fresh herbs. This recipe offers a delightful balance of sweet, tart, and savory notes.
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- 800 g Chicken thighs(bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 medium Onions(thinly sliced)
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 4 tbsp Pomegranate molasses
- 100 g Walnuts(finely ground)
- 1 cup Cilantro(chopped)
- 1 cup Parsley(chopped)
- 0.5 cup Dill(chopped)
- 1 tsp Ground coriander
- 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes(or to taste)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- Salt(to taste)
- Black pepper(to taste)
- 0.5 cup Pomegranate seeds(for garnish)
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- 1
Pat the chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
๐ก ์ ๋ฌธ๊ฐ ํ: Ensuring the chicken is dry helps achieve a better sear. - 2
Heat vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs, skin-side down, until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
โฑ๏ธ 10-14 minutes๐ก ์ ๋ฌธ๊ฐ ํ: Don't overcrowd the pan; sear in batches if necessary. - 3
Add the sliced onions to the same pot and sautรฉ until softened and lightly browned, about 8-10 minutes.
โฑ๏ธ 10 minutes๐ก ์ ๋ฌธ๊ฐ ํ: Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. - 4
Stir in the minced garlic and ground coriander, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
โฑ๏ธ 1 minute - 5
Return the chicken to the pot. Add the pomegranate molasses, ground walnuts, and red pepper flakes. Pour in enough water to come halfway up the chicken.
๐ก ์ ๋ฌธ๊ฐ ํ: Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference. - 6
Bring the liquid to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
โฑ๏ธ 35 minutes๐ก ์ ๋ฌธ๊ฐ ํ: The sauce should thicken slightly. - 7
Stir in most of the chopped cilantro, parsley, and dill, reserving some for garnish. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
๐ก ์ ๋ฌธ๊ฐ ํ: Adding herbs towards the end preserves their fresh flavor. - 8
Serve the chicken hot, spooning the sauce over it. Garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds and the remaining herbs.
๐ก ์ ๋ฌธ๊ฐ ํ
- โPomegranate molasses can be found in Middle Eastern or specialty food stores.
- โFor a richer flavor, you can use chicken broth instead of water.
- โThis dish pairs well with rice, bulgur, or Georgian bread (shotis puri).
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- Add a tablespoon of tomato paste for a deeper color and flavor.
- Incorporate a pinch of cinnamon for a hint of warmth.
- Use a mix of chicken parts, like drumsticks and wings.