Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

chicken

whole

16 oz

tomatoes

canned

1.25 cup

chicken broth

1 unit

onion

chopped

0.25 tsp

red pepper

1 unit

bay leaf

0.5 tsp

ginger

ground

1 cup

rice

Step 1
~11 min

Boil the whole chicken until fully cooked.

Step 2
~11 min

Reserve the chicken broth.

Step 3
~11 min

Debone the cooked chicken.

Step 4
~11 min

In a casserole dish, combine the deboned chicken, bay leaf, ground ginger, chopped onion, red pepper, canned tomatoes, and reserved chicken broth.

Step 5
~11 min

Cover the casserole dish tightly.

Step 6
~11 min

Cook in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven until the sauce is bubbly and the flavors have melded.

Step 7
~11 min

Serve the chicken and sauce hot over a bed of rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red pepper to your preferred spice level.

For a richer flavor, brown the chicken before adding it to the casserole dish.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables.

Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fried Plantains

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Nigeria

Cultural Significance

Common dish in Nigerian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

65/100

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