Georgian Chicken with Hazelnut Sauce

Method

1. Cook rice according to package instructions.
2. In a pan, sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent.
3. Add chicken thighs and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Pour in chicken broth and simmer until chicken is cooked through.
5. In a separate bowl, blend hazelnuts with a little water to create a paste.
6. Stir hazelnut paste into the chicken mixture and simmer for 5 minutes.
7. Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
8. Serve chicken and sauce over rice.
9. Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.