Tavuk Tava (Turkish Chicken)

Submitted by Member 610488

"This recipe is from a friend who lived in Turkey."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 1⁄2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes or 1 1/2 lbs chicken legs with thigh
• 0.5 (12 ounce) jar ajvar
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
• 1 (6 ounce) jar mushrooms, drained
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• salt and pepper, to taste

directions

1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a dutch oven over medium heat, and cook the chicken breast cubes until juices run clear or brown the chicken pieces. Mix the cooked chicken, ajvar, tomatoes, mushrooms, onion, and garlic.
2. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Bring to a boil and then simmer on low for 1 hour and 30 minutes.