Palestinian · beginner
Gazan Green Chile Chicken Skillet With Dill Seed And Tomatoes
A fiery stovetop skillet inspired by Gazan flavors, pairing chicken thighs with crushed green chiles, aromatic dill seeds, and sweet tomatoes.
- PREP TIME
- 15 min
- COOK TIME
- 25 min
- SERVES
- 4
LET’S MAKE IT
Step by step
- 01
Coarsely crush whole dill seeds with a pinch of sea salt using a mortar and pestle.
- 02
Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 03
Add chicken thigh pieces in a single layer and sear for 5 minutes until lightly browned on all sides.
- 04
Add minced garlic, chopped jalapenos, crushed dill seeds, tomato paste, ground cumin, and remaining salt, stirring for 2 minutes.
- 05
Pour in diced plum tomatoes and stir well, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- 06
Reduce heat to medium-low and cook uncovered for 12 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens into a glossy glaze; finish with fresh cilantro.
A LITTLE KITCHEN KNOW-HOW
Mortar Crushing Aromatics
Pounding dill seeds, chiles, and salt in a mortar before sautéing to intensify essential oils and establish a pungent Gazan flavor base.
Notes from the kitchen
- Crushing the dill seed just before cooking releases vibrant aromatic oils essential to Gazan cooking.
- Adjust jalapeno quantity based on heat preference, leaving seeds in for maximum heat.
- Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Palestinian; regional versions vary.
- Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.
