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Recipe
Turkish Chicken with Bulgur (Tavuk Kapama)
Turkish chicken with bulgur is a delicious oven dish with tender chicken thighs and flavorful Turkish bulgur as the base. This healthy meal is a treat for both family and friends and can be prepared in just one and a half hours. With its rich flavors and nutritious ingredients, it’s a perfect choice for a cozy dinner at your home.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken legs (or drumsticks)
- 250 grams of bulgur
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 red bell pepper
- 2 tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon paprika powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 500 ml water
Instructions
- Finely chop the onion, garlic, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and tomatoes.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion and garlic until they are translucent.
- Add the chicken legs to the pan and cook them until they are golden brown on all sides.
- Add the chopped green and red bell peppers to the pan and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste, paprika powder, black pepper, and salt, and mix everything well.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and let the mixture simmer for a few minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- Pour in the bulgur and mix it well with the vegetables and spices in the pan.
- Add 500 ml of water, stir briefly, and bring everything to a boil.
- Once it’s boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it simmer gently for about 20-25 minutes until the bulgur is cooked and the chicken is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Check if the bulgur has absorbed all the water and the chicken is fully cooked. If needed, let it simmer a little longer.
- Serve the Turkish chicken with bulgur hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 634Total Fat: 31gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 328mgSodium: 801mgCarbohydrates: 23gFiber: 5gSugar: 6gProtein: 66g
Photos of the preperation
FAQ
What does Tavuk Kapama mean?
“Tavuk” means “chicken” in Turkish. And “kapama” is derived from the Turkish verb “kapatmak,” which means “to cover.” In this dish, we cover the bulgur rice with the chicken. That’s why we call this dish “Tavuk Kapama.”
Which bulgur should I use for Turkish chicken with bulgur?
For this dish, coarse bulgur is used, which, as you know, can be prepared as bulgur rice. You can find more information about bulgur here.
How can I serve Turkish chicken with bulgur?
Serve the Turkish chicken with bulgur, fresh Turkish Çoban salad, or red beet meze.
Tips
- You can prepare this dish entirely in a single pan.
- Replace the bulgur with white rice.
- You can also use chicken legs or lamb instead of chicken thighs.
- Add extra vegetables, such as zucchini or green beans.
- Add stock water instead of plain water.
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