Tavuklu Patates Turkish Chicken Potato (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main ingredients
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4 chicken drumsticks
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4 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced into thick rounds
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 peppers, sliced
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2 tomatoes, chopped
→ Sauce
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 tablespoon wheat flour
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1 heaping tablespoon tomato paste
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1.2 litres hot water
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Salt, to taste
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Red pepper flakes, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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Dried thyme, to taste
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Preheat the oven to 190°C. Peel and slice potatoes into thick rounds. Mince garlic and slice peppers. Chop the tomatoes.
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In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook until lightly golden, about 1 minute. Add tomato paste and cook for another minute. Gradually whisk in hot water until the sauce is smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and dried thyme.
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Place chicken drumsticks in a baking tray. Surround the chicken with potato slices, peppers, and tomatoes.
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Pour the prepared tomato sauce evenly over the chicken and vegetables. Cover the tray with aluminium foil and bake for 40 minutes.
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Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until chicken is golden and potatoes are tender.
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Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving hot. Pair with bread, rice pilaf, or a light salad if desired.
# Helpful Notes:
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For deeper flavor, marinate chicken legs briefly in your preferred seasoning blend before baking.