Gita'S Chicken
Gita's Chicken features tender chicken pieces simmered with mushrooms, carrots, and spices, creating a flavorful dish perfect for cozy family dinners over rice.
Ingredients
- 2 skinless chicken breasts, cut into small pieces ⓘ
- 1 medium onion ⓘ
- 1 to 2 carrots ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon allspice ⓘ
- salt and pepper to taste ⓘ
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 to 3 tablespoons butter or margarine ⓘ
- 1 to 2 cloves garlic ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice ⓘ
- 1/2 pound mushrooms (or 8 oz. canned) ⓘ
- 1 tomato, finely chopped ⓘ
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder ⓘ
- pinch of hot ground pepper (optional) ⓘ
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar ⓘ
Instructions
- Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
- Add garlic and onions; cook for about 4 minutes.
- Add chicken pieces and cook on medium heat for 8 minutes.
- Add mushrooms, carrots, tomato, allspice, turmeric, salt, pepper, and hot pepper; cook for 4 to 5 minutes on low heat.
- Add chicken stock and cover with a lid.
- Cook for 10 to 15 minutes on low heat.
- Just before serving, add sugar and lemon juice.
- Serve hot over rice.
Tips & Substitutions
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in lemon juice and spices for a few hours before cooking. If you don't have allspice, a combination of cinnamon and nutmeg can work as a substitute. Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro can enhance the dish further. When using canned mushrooms, rinse them well to reduce excess sodium.
Serving Suggestions
This flavorful dish pairs beautifully with rice, which soaks up the savory sauce. A side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad can balance the meal. For a touch of Mediterranean flair, consider serving with a glass of white wine and some crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Storage & Reheating
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, warm gently on the stove with a splash of chicken stock or water to keep it moist. Avoid overheating in the microwave, as it can dry out the chicken.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Gita'S Chicken contains roughly 511 calories, with 12g protein, 96g carbohydrates, and 19g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (80% of the Daily Value), vitamin C (52% of the Daily Value), and iron (47% of the Daily Value), and a good source of vitamin A. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 562mg per serving (24% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare Gita's Chicken a day in advance. Just reheat gently before serving, adding a bit of chicken stock to maintain moisture.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).