Turkish Chicken Tava
A flavorful and easy one-pan dish featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.3 pounds boneless chicken, cut into 2-inch squares
- 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-inch pieces
- 1 large potato, cut into 2-inch squares
- 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
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a metal baking pan, combine the cut tomatoes, potatoes, bell pepper, and onion.
- In a separate bowl, mix the boneless chicken with cumin, thyme, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of grated garlic, and 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Set aside.
- Add the tomato paste, remaining garlic, and the seasoned chicken to the baking pan with the vegetables. Gently mix everything together.
- Drizzle the remaining extra virgin olive oil over the mixture and stir to combine. Place the chicken on top to prevent the vegetables from overcooking.
- Season with salt and black pepper. If you prefer a richer color, feel free to add more tomato paste or paprika.
- If using, place a tablespoon of butter in the center of the mixture.
- Cover the baking pan with foil to keep the chicken moist.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil and return the pan to the oven. Broil for an additional 5-10 minutes until the chicken is browned and the vegetables are tender.
Notes
Serve this delicious dish with Turkish side dishes like salad, fries, or pita bread for a complete meal. Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or carrots for extra flavor and nutrition.