Chakhokhbili

🛒 Ingredients

• Chicken Thighs (bone-in, skin-on) 300 g · 540 kcal
• Fresh Tomatoes 250 g · 45 kcal
• Onions 75 g · 30 kcal
• Garlic 8 g · 12 kcal
• Red Bell Pepper 50 g · 16 kcal
• Fresh Cilantro 15 g · 3 kcal
• Fresh Parsley 15 g · 5 kcal
• Fresh Basil 5 g · 1 kcal
• Vegetable Oil 5 g · 44 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cut chicken thighs into large pieces, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, then sear chicken pieces until golden brown on all sides; remove chicken and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add sliced onions and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Add chopped red bell pepper and cook for another 5 minutes, then stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add chopped tomatoes, stir well, and cook for about 10-15 minutes, crushing them with a spoon, until they break down into a sauce.
6. Return the chicken to the pot, add khmeli suneli, utskho suneli, red pepper flakes (if using), and remaining salt and pepper.
7. Stir everything well, bring to a gentle simmer, then cover and cook on low heat for 45-60 minutes, or until chicken is very tender.
8. Before serving, stir in freshly chopped cilantro, parsley, and basil.