ALGERIAN CHICKEN AND OLIVE STEW

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This stew is a traditional Algerian recipe called "Died b'l-Qasbour." It is seasoned with saffron and cilantro. Serve over rice or couscous.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Stew

Time 1h3m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 tablespoon butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon saffron, crumbled
1 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
1 cup water
8 ounces kalamata olives, pitted
1 lemon, juiced
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium high heat; add chicken and brown on all sides, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in butter, garlic, saffron, and cilantro; cook another 10 minutes, stirring, to be sure garlic and spices evenly coat the chicken.
  • Add water and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until chicken is tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Stir in olives and lemon juice; simmer 8 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper; serve over couscous or rice.

Khalid Javed
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This stew is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the olives add a delicious briny flavor. The spices are perfectly balanced, and the stew has a wonderful aroma. I usually serve it with ri


Kemer Seid
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I've made this stew several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the olives add a delicious briny flavor. The spices are perfectly balanced, and the stew has a wonderful aroma.


Shahab Arif
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This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold night. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the olives add a nice salty touch. The spices are perfectly balanced, and the stew has a wonderful aroma. I served it with bread, and it was a perfect meal. Def


Estrella Jazmin Estigarribia
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I made this stew for my family last night, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the tender chicken and the flavorful sauce. The olives added a nice briny touch, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I served it with couscous, and it was a perfect


Sanjida Ahmmed
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This dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. The chicken is cooked perfectly, and the olives add a delicious briny flavor. The spices are perfectly balanced, and the


Mitsu Lee
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Yum! This stew is so flavorful and comforting. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the olives add a nice salty touch. I love the combination of spices, and the stew has a wonderful aroma. I served it with rice, and it was a perfect meal. Definitely


Mind Gaze
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5 stars! This stew is absolutely delicious. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the olives added a wonderful briny flavor. The spices were perfectly balanced, and the stew had a wonderful aroma. I served it with couscous, and it was a perfect me


Khalid Mohammed
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some roasted chicken that I needed to use up, and this recipe was perfect. The stew was flavorful and delicious, and the chicken was nice and tender. It's a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Md shadhin Vai
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I wasn't sure about the combination of chicken and olives at first, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well they worked together. The olives added a really nice salty flavor to the stew, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. Definitely recommend t


Nirmol Nirmol
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This stew is so versatile! I've tried it with different types of olives, and it always turns out delicious. I also like to add vegetables like carrots and potatoes to make it a heartier meal. It's a great dish to experiment with.


Sohrab uddin
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. The ingredients are simple and easy to find, and the instructions are clear and concise. Even a beginner cook like me can make this dish with ease!


Vithusan Vithusan
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This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the olives added a delicious briny flavor. The spices were perfectly balanced, and the stew had a wonderful aroma. Will definitely be making this again!


Lasanga Damsara
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This stew is a winner! It's easy to make and packed with flavor. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the olives added a nice salty touch. I served it with couscous, and it was a perfect meal. Definitely a keeper!


Leo Wheeldon
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Wow, what a flavorful stew! The combination of chicken, olives, and spices created a symphony of flavors that tantalized my taste buds. The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender, and the olives added a delightful briny touch. Highly recommend this rec


Nayem mojumdar Nayem mojumdar
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This Algerian chicken and olive stew was a delightful culinary journey! The flavors were rich and complex, with a perfect balance of savory and tangy. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the olives added a briny, umami flavor that elevated the dish


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