Best Friend's Birthday Dinner
A hearty and flavorful dinner recipe featuring marinated charred chicken, smoked eggplant, carrots, and courgette, served with a side of grain cooked in chicken stock and a dollop of yogurt. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in with friends.
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Prep Time
45 min
Cook Time
1 hr
Servings
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1 hr 45 min estimated total time for 4 servings.
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Ingredients
- 1 lbs chicken
- 2 medium eggplant
- 1 cup yogurt
- 1 cup grain
- a pinch cinnamon
- 4 medium carrots
- 2 medium courgette
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 400°F (392°F).
- 2In a large bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients and add the chicken. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3Remove the chicken from the marinade and char it on the grill or in a skillet for 5-7 minutes per side.
- 4Smoke the eggplant over low heat for 30 minutes, or until the skin is charred and the flesh is tender.
- 5Smoke the carrots and courgette for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and lightly charred.
- 6In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken stock to a boil. Add the grain and cook until it is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- 7In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt and a pinch of cinnamon.
- 8To serve, slice the charred chicken and serve with the smoked eggplant, carrots, and courgette, alongside the grain cooked in chicken stock and a dollop of yogurt.
- 9Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
- 10Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- 11Serve warm and enjoy!