Oven-Baked Chicken Tabaka: Crispy & Tender Delight

Surprisingly soft, aromatic and spicy. No one can resist! Chicken tabaka in the oven will decorate any table. This is not only a very impressive and beautiful dish to serve, but also very tasty. Chicken meat prepared in this way turns out very tender with a golden crispy crust on the outside.
cook time: 2h
Isla Thatcher
Oven-Baked Chicken Tabaka: Crispy & Tender Delight

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

275
Calories
23g
Fat
17g
Protein

Ingredients (4 portions)

Basic:

Salt 1 tsp
Cilantro, coriander to taste
Lemon juice 1 tsp
Vegetable oil 2 tbsp
Paprika 2 g
Chicken (Chick) 500 g
Ground red pepper to taste
Herbal mixture to taste

Recipe instructions

Step 1

Step 1
How to make tobacco chicken in the oven? Prepare everything you need. Choose a chilled chicken carcass, this will guarantee that the product has not been frozen several times and, accordingly, should be fresh. It is better to use chicken rather than chicken, as chicken meat is already tougher and less tasty. Rinse the chicken carcass thoroughly under running water and dry with a paper towel. The amount of salt can be adjusted to taste.

Step 2

Step 2
Cut the chicken breast lengthwise along the entire length so that it can be unfolded like a book.

Step 3

Step 3
Then place the carcass on a cutting board and beat it with a kitchen hammer until it becomes completely flat, but this must be done carefully so as not to damage the skin.

Step 4

Step 4
How to make a marinade for tabaka chicken? Pour ground red pepper, ground paprika, a pinch of ground coriander, a mixture of peppers into a bowl, add lemon juice, vegetable oil and salt. Mix everything well. You can use any spices to suit your taste.

Step 5

Step 5
Rub the chicken carcass well on all sides with this marinade. Leave the chicken to marinate for an hour, this is enough time for it to absorb the spices.

Step 6

Step 6
Place the chicken in the pan and fry for 5 minutes on both sides until well browned. The top of the chicken must be pressed down with pressure. You can place a plate under the lid so that it fits tightly to the carcass.

Step 7

Step 7
Then transfer the fried chicken to a baking sheet or baking dish. In the oven, the chicken also needs to be baked under pressure. You can place a baking sheet or other fireproof dish on top of the chicken and place a pan of water or other weight on top. Preheat the oven to 210 degrees.

Step 8

Step 8
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the chicken for about 30 minutes. Temperatures and times are approximate, based on the size of the chicken and the operating characteristics of your oven. Whole chicken tobacco baked on protvina in the oven can be served with sauce, fresh vegetables and herbs. Bon appetit!

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