Turkish Style Chicken Recipe

Turkish cuisine is a feast for the senses and a delight for the palate. It reflects the rich history and culture of Turkey and its people. If you want to experience the authentic taste of Turkey, you should try this Turkish style chicken recipe. Turkish cuisine is rich in flavors, spices and herbs, and this dish is no exception. You will love the tender and juicy chicken pieces coated with a tangy and aromatic tomato-yogurt marinade, baked with cheese and a creamy white sauce. This is a perfect meal for any occasion, whether you want to impress your guests or enjoy a cozy dinner with your family.

To make this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients used to marinate the chicken

• ½ kg chicken boneless, cut into bite-sized pieces
• salt to taste
• 1 tsp paprika powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp garlic paste
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp vinegar
• ½ cup yogurt
• 1 tbsp cooking oil for cooking the marinated chicken

White sauce ingredients

• 1 to 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1½ cup milk
• salt to taste
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp dried oregano leaves
• ½ tsp dried parsley leaves
• mozzarella and cheddar cheese, grated
• fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Marinate the chicken

The first step is to marinate the chicken. In a large bowl, add the chicken pieces and season with salt, paprika, red chili, cumin, black pepper, garlic paste, tomato paste and vinegar. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Then add the yogurt and mix again. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour or overnight for better results.

Chicken marinade

The next step is to cook the marinated chicken. Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat for 1 to 2 minutes and cook the chicken pieces on low flame for about 15 minutes, turning occasionally if needed, until golden and cooked through. Turn off the flame and keep it aside.

White Sauce

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and whisk in the flour. Cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly. Gradually whisk in the milk and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Season with salt, pepper, oregano and parsley. Cook until deisred thickness and turn off the flame.

Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and grease a baking dish. Transfer the chicken to the prepared baking dish and drizzle white suace over the chicken. Sprinkle some cheese and garnish with fresh coriander leaves on top and bake for another 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Using the oven is highly recommended for doing this step. However, you can do it without an oven with extra care while cooking the chicken drizzled in white sauce and cheeze on the top using a normal gas burner. Use hand gloves and a kitchen clamp to avoid burning your hands while cooking.

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