عقدة دجاج - Shredded chicken cooked with carrot, potatoes and sautéed in tomato sauce with special Yemeni spices.

In a pot, add the chicken breasts and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes until fully cooked. Remove chicken, let cool, and shred.

Cook the Chicken

Peel and dice the carrots and potatoes into small cubes. Finely chop the onion and garlic.

Prepare Vegetables

In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent.

Sauté the Onions and Garlic

Add the diced carrots and potatoes to the skillet. Stir and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until they start to soften.

Add Vegetables and Cook

Pour in the tomato sauce and water. Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, black pepper, salt, and chili powder. Bring to a simmer.

Add Tomato Sauce and Spices

Add the shredded chicken to the skillet. Mix well and let it simmer for another 10-15 minutes, until everything is heated through and the flavors meld together.

Combine Shredded Chicken

Serve the Chicken Akdah hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy with rice or bread.

chicken akdah

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