Chicken Yassa Recipe

Name: Chicken Yassa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lb. chicken; 4 large green peppers; 2 bay leaves; 1 lime; crushed peppercorn; salt; vinegar; 1 lb. onions; 1 hot chili pepper (optional); 1/2 c. cooking oil; 1 chicken bouillon cube, dissolved in 1 1/2 fluid oz. water

Servings: persons

4 lb. chicken
4 large green peppers
2 bay leaves
1 lime
crushed peppercorn
salt
vinegar
1 lb. onions
1 hot chili pepper (optional)
1/2 c. cooking oil
1 chicken bouillon cube, dissolved in 1 1/2 fluid oz. water

1
Clean and cut chicken in half or quarters.
2
Put shredded onion on top.
3
Mix juice from lime, oil, small amount of vinegar, bay leaves, salt and pepper.
4
Pour over chicken and marinate for several hours.
5
About an hour or so before serving, have a hot charcoal fire with grill ready.
6
Grill chicken, browning on all sides until almost blackened.
7
In a pot, heat a small amount of oil.
8
Add chicken, green peppers, chili pepper (optional), chicken bouillon and all the marinade ingredients.
9
Cover and cook gently until chicken is tender (about 30 minutes).
10
Serve garnished with sliced tomatoes and lemons.
11
Eat with rice or bread.
12
Very good served with a mixed green salad.
13
Lamb, beef or liver can be used in place of chicken.

1147

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

151

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lb. chicken, 4 large green peppers, 2 bay leaves, 1 lime, and more.

Yes, Chicken Yassa falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Yassa

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