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Pot-Cooked Chicken Tandoori

Recipe by Seli̇n Ati̇lla on InstagramAdded 9 November 2026.

15 minutes to prep, 45 to cook. A hearty Turkish‑style chicken tandoori cooked in a pot with tender potatoes and aromatic onions. The olive‑oil‑based sauce, enriched with garlic and warm spices, forms a flavorful, slightly crisp crust, making it perfect for a comforting family dinner.

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Method

  1. Slice the onions into rings and arrange them on the bottom of a large pot.

  2. Place the chicken thighs and potatoes on top of the onions.

  3. Combine olive oil, minced garlic, water, red pepper powder, black pepper, curry powder, oregano, salt, and flour; whisk until smooth to form the sauce.

  4. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken and potatoes.

  5. Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer until all the liquid is absorbed and the top is lightly browned, about 20 minutes.

  6. Serve with chickpea rice pilaf.

Tips while you cook

Layer ingredients correctly
Place sliced onion rings on the pot bottom, then arrange chicken thighs and potatoes on top before adding sauce.
Whisk sauce until smooth
Combine olive oil, minced garlic, water, spices, and flour and whisk thoroughly before pouring over the meat and potatoes.
Simmer on low heat
After bringing to a boil, reduce to low and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the top lightly browns, about 20 minutes.
Serve as suggested
Plate the dish with chickpea rice pilaf for a complete meal.

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