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Seneyet Jaj

Seneyet Jaj

The ultimate comfort food, Seneyet Jaj is a Middle Eastern chicken and potato bake that combines rich flavors and hearty ingredients. This easy weeknight dinner will satisfy your cravings and bring warmth to your table. Make it tonight!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken cut up into pieces, or use just breasts/drums if you prefer
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 medium-sized potatoes
  • 2 carrots
  • 1 zucchini optional
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon baharat
  • dried herbs

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Peeler

Method
 

  1. Cut up the chicken and remove the skin. Make several cuts in chicken to allow sauce and flavors to seep inside. Rub chicken with some olive oil, salt, and baharat. Peel potatoes and cut into disks. Salt slightly. Peel carrots and zucchini and cut into circles or stems. In a pot, add 1 tbsp of olive oil and slightly brown cut potatoes. Remove and set aside. Peel and cut onion. In the same pot, add more olive oil (if needed) and brown onion until it's soft. Then add crushed garlic. After 30 seconds, add chicken to brown slightly. Put all ingredients in an oven-proof dish, adding chicken with onion and garlic to the bottom, potatoes with the rest of the vegetables used to the top. Put the dish in a preheated oven and bake at medium heat for about 20 to 25 minutes. Place under the broiler to brown the top for about 5 minutes.

Notes

  • Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
  • Freezing: You can freeze this dish before cooking. Just thaw and bake when ready.
  • Variations: Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or spices to make it your own.
  • Reheating: Reheat in the oven for best results, ensuring the chicken stays juicy.
  • Serving: Pair with rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.