Main course 🇹🇷 Turkish

Tavuk guvec Turkish chicken casserole

Chicken thighs baked with aubergine, peppers and tomato until sticky and rich.

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  • Time1 hr 10
  • LevelEasy
  • Costabout £1.57 a head
  • Oven190°C (170°C fan)

Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.

4 servings

Ingredients

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Method

  1. 1

    Heat the oven to 190°C (170°C fan). Brown the chicken in the oil in a casserole for 3 minutes each side. Lift out.

  2. 2

    Fry the aubergine and onion in the same pot for 8 minutes until golden. Add the peppers and garlic for 2 minutes.

    8 min
  3. 3

    Stir in the tomato purée, paprika and oregano. Add the tomatoes and water and bring to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Nestle the chicken back in, cover and bake for 40 minutes. Take the lid off for the last 10 minutes so the sauce thickens.

    40 min
  5. 5

    Scatter with parsley and serve with rice.

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