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Chicken Tava (Tavuk Tava)

Saif
A Turkish Chicken Tava is a flavorful oven-baked dish combining marinated chicken pieces, vegetables, and herbs, traditionally enjoyed with flatbread.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean, Turkish
Servings 4
Calories 625 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Metal Baking Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 600 Grams Boneless chicken breast, cut into 2 inches square
  • 2 Large Tomatoes, cut into pieces
  • 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 Large Red Onion, cut into small pieces
  • 6 Cloves Garlic, grated
  • 1 Medium Green Bell Pepper, cut into 2 inches size
  • 1 Large Potatoes, cut into 2 inches square shape
  • 6 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 Teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 Tablespoon Paprika
  • 1 Tablespoon Salted Butter (optional)
  • 1 Tablespoon Salt
  • 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Add cut tomatoes, potatoes, bell pepper and onion in a metal baking pan.
  • In a separate plate bowl, combine the cut boneless chicken breast with cumin. thyme, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of grated garlic, and 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Set it aside.
  • Returning to the metal baking tray, add the tomato paste, remaining garlic, paprika and the spiced-infused chicken, gently combining them together
  • Pour the remaining extra virgin olive oil on the tray. Mix to combine. Place the chicken above to prevent overcooking the vegetables.
  • Season it with salt and black pepper. If desired, adjust the redness by adding more tomato paste or paprika.
  • Place a tablespoon of rectangular-cut butter piece in the center (Optional).
  • Covered it with foil so the chicken and it's juice will not dry out.
  • Preheat the oven in 200 C or 400 F. Placed the baking pan in the oven for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and place the baking tray back in the oven and broil it for an additional 5-10 minutes to browned the chicken and some of the vegetables.
  • Once done, served it with other Turkish side dishes like salad, fries and pita bread. Enjoy!

Notes

  • If you like it spicy, add red chili paste or any chili powder
  • You can Romano pepper for sweeter flavor instead of green bell pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 4gCalories: 625kcalCarbohydrates: 30.1gProtein: 47.9gFat: 35.8gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 141mgSodium: 650mgFiber: 5.7gSugar: 7.4g
Keyword Tavuk Tava, Turkish Chicken Tava
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