Description
Poulet Yassa is a savory and tangy Senegalese chicken dish, featuring chicken marinated in garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and spices, then cooked with caramelized onions. This flavorful dish is a West African favorite that has gained global popularity for its depth of flavor. Perfectly paired with rice, this dish is an authentic and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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4 chicken thighs
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3 tbsp olive oil
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2 large onions, thinly sliced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp Dijon mustard
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1 cup chicken broth
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¼ cup lemon juice
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp cayenne pepper
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1 tsp bouillon powder
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½ tsp salt (or to taste)
Instructions
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Prepare the chicken: Wash and pat dry the chicken thighs. Cut the onions and mince the garlic.
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Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken in a large bowl. Add the garlic, onions, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, bouillon powder, and salt. Mix together and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight for maximum flavor infusion.
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Cook the chicken: After marinating, remove the chicken from the marinade and scrape off the marinade and onions, but set them aside (don’t discard).
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Brown the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet or large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken thighs on both sides for 4-5 minutes each. Remove from the pan and set aside.
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Caramelize the onions: Add the sliced onions to the same pan and pour in the remaining marinade. Cook on low to medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, until the onions are soft and caramelized.
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Finish the dish: Add the browned chicken pieces back into the pan with the caramelized onions. Pour in the chicken broth and let the chicken simmer for 15-20 minutes, until fully cooked. Taste and adjust the salt if necessary.
Notes
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This dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice, couscous, or a side of vegetables.
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For extra heat, you can increase the cayenne pepper or add fresh chilies to the marinade.
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The longer you marinate the chicken, the more intense the flavor will be.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg