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Algerian

Tanjia with Chicken and Potatoes

A slow-cooked Algerian stew of chicken, potatoes, and aromatic spices in a rich tomato sauce.

50 minutes4 servings
Tanjia with Chicken and Potatoes
Photo: bryan... from Taipei, Taiwan · CC BY-SA 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a large pot, cook chicken over medium heat until browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. Add potatoes, broth, tomatoes, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and pepper.
  3. Return chicken to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-35 minutes.
  4. Stir occasionally until chicken is tender and potatoes are cooked through.
  5. Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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