Best 4 Chicken Ala Turk Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Turkish cuisine with our delectable Chicken Ala Turk. This savory dish combines the richness of chicken with a vibrant blend of spices, aromatic herbs, and succulent vegetables. Marinated in a tantalizing mixture of yogurt, paprika, and garlic, the chicken is grilled to perfection, achieving a smoky and tender texture. Accompanying the succulent chicken are two distinct rice recipes: the classic Turkish pilaf, a fluffy and flavorful long grain rice dish, and the fragrant saffron rice, infused with the golden spice for a luxurious aroma. To complete this delightful meal, a refreshing tomato and cucumber salad adds a crisp and tangy contrast, while the creamy and tangy cacik yogurt sauce offers a cooling balance to the savory flavors. Get ready to indulge in a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Istanbul.

**Recipes in the article:**

1. **Chicken Ala Turk:** A detailed guide to preparing the flavorful chicken dish, including the yogurt marinade, grilling instructions, and tips for achieving the perfect smoky grilled flavor.


2. **Turkish Pilaf:** A step-by-step recipe for making the classic Turkish pilaf, using long grain rice, butter, onions, and a blend of spices.


3. **Saffron Rice:** Instructions for cooking aromatic saffron rice, featuring basmati rice infused with saffron, butter, and a touch of cardamom for a luxurious flavor.


4. **Tomato and Cucumber Salad:** A refreshing and vibrant salad recipe combining ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onions, parsley, and a tangy dressing.


5. **Cacik Yogurt Sauce:** A creamy and tangy yogurt sauce made with strained yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, and fresh herbs, perfect for balancing the savory flavors of the main dish.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

TURKEY A LA KING



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Turkey, peas and mushrooms in a creamy sauce to serve over puff-pastry boats, biscuits, toast or rice.

Provided by KARIN

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
3 fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup chopped cooked turkey
⅓ cup frozen peas, thawed
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium low heat, cook butter until golden brown. Saute mushrooms until tender. Stir in flour until smooth. Slowly whisk in chicken broth, and cook until slightly thickened. Stir in cream, turkey and peas. Reduce heat to low, and cook until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Cholesterol 82.6 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 12.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 91.5 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

CHEF JOHN'S CHICKEN A LA KING



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Chicken à la King is one of my favorite classic comfort foods. This recipe is easy to adapt--you can make it thicker or thinner by changing the amount of roux and having a little extra stock on hand. Usually I make this with leftovers from a large roasted chicken. Serve over pasta, toast, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ pound sliced mushrooms
2 large shallots, minced
1 cup diced sweet bell peppers
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup dry sherry
3 ½ cups chicken stock or broth
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley
⅓ cup creme fraiche or heavy cream
4 cups cubed roasted chicken
Chopped fresh chives for garnish

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and salt. Saute until mushrooms release their moisture. Continue cooking until moisture evaporates and mushrooms begin to brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Add shallots; cook and stir just until shallots soften, 3 or 4 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Stir in flour to coat the mushrooms; cook until flour begins to turn golden, about 5 minutes, to form roux. Add peppers; cook and stir about 1 minute. Pour in sherry wine; allow to sizzle about 30 seconds. Stir in stock. Raise heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. When it starts to bubble, reduce heat to medium-low and cook until slightly thickened, 10 to 15 minutes stirring occasionally. Add nutmeg and cayenne pepper.
  • Stir in thyme, parsley, cream, and chicken. Reduce heat to low and cook until chicken is heated through, about 5 minutes. Check seasonings and adjust as needed. Top each serving with some chopped fresh chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.8 g, Cholesterol 178.6 mg, Fat 36.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 43.7 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 832.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

CHICKEN A LA KING I



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Easy and elegant chicken dish. It's a great way to use leftover chicken or turkey. Green pepper and red pimientos make this a pretty dish to serve at Christmas or anytime. Serve over cooked rice, toast, or noodles. Can be made ahead and reheated.

Provided by Colleen B. Smith

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (4.5 ounce) can mushrooms, drained, liquid reserved
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ cup butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
1 ½ cups milk
1 ¼ cups hot water
4 cooked, boneless chicken breast halves, chopped
4 ounces chopped pimento

Steps:

  • Cook and stir drained mushrooms and green pepper in butter or margarine over medium heat for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Blend in flour, salt, and pepper. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is bubbly. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in instant bouillon, milk, water, and reserved mushroom liquid. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir for 1 minute.
  • Stir in chicken and pimiento. Heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 86.5 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 733.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

CHICKEN ALA TURK



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Make and share this Chicken ala Turk recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Poppy

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 lbs chicken, cut in 12 pieces
3 large tomatoes, peeled,seeded and chopped
2 onions, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon coriander seed, ground
1/2 teaspoon saffron
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 bay leaf, crushed
2 bell peppers, finely diced
1 cup kalamata olive, pitted and dices
2 cups chicken broth, preferably homemade
1 lb long-grain white rice
salt and pepper, to taste
Tabasco sauce, to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Remove the skin from chicken pieces.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Cook in oil.
  • Remove pieces as they brown.
  • They should be almost cooked at this point.
  • Add onions to the oil left in the pan and cook until soft.
  • Add garlic, bay leaf and ground coriander.
  • Stir in rice until well coated with the oil.
  • Add bell peppers and cook a few minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes, cumin and saffron.
  • Return chicken pieces to pan.
  • Pour 2 cups boiling chicken stock.
  • Cover pan.
  • Turn down heat and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add olives and continue simmering 10 to 15 minutes until rice is cooked.
  • Serve hot.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cut chicken strips or thighs. You can also use boneless, skinless chicken breasts, but you may need to adjust the cooking time.
  • If you don't have paprika, you can substitute chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve chicken ala turk with rice, potatoes, or your favorite side dish.
  • For a more flavorful dish, marinate the chicken in the yogurt mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Garnish the finished dish with fresh parsley or cilantro.

Conclusion:

Chicken ala turk is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its flavorful yogurt-based sauce and tender chicken, chicken ala turk is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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