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Gluten Free
Georgian Chicken in Walnut Sauce with Spices
Georgian Chicken in walnut sauce (also called Satcivi or Sacivi) is made all in one pot. This fancy, yet simple sautéed chicken in walnut sauce is definitely a recipe to make over and over again!
Make this recipe of juicy chicken, and a crunchy, spiced, chopped walnuts sauce. It’s delicious.
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What is Satsivi?
Satsivi is a rich Georgian meat dish made with garlic, walnut sauce and spices. This Chicken in Garlic Walnut Sauce or, “Satsivi” in Georgian is well-known not just in Georgia but in Russia as well.
What Do You Serve Satsivi With?
Simple sautéed chicken in walnut sauce is a dreamy main dish to cook up for lunch and dinner. With mashed potatoes on the side, or you can pour this delicious sauce over the potatoes and lay on that chicken! You can also serve it with rice or quinoa. And don’t forget some fresh bread for dipping.
Georgian food really is dreamy. Khinkali, pear soda, and khachapuri are just a few of my favorite treats.
What Spices are in the Satsivi?
Have you seen the list of spices in this recipe? That’s what makes it so delicious. Even in small amounts, these spices work together perfectly to make this chicken amazing. This Georgian dish is made with a blend of spices called Khmeli Suneli.
How to Make Khmeli Suneli Seasoning if I can’t buy it?
If you have a special spice that you’ve wanted to use for a while, this recipe might be the one that you’ve been looking for! Khmeli suneli is a common spice mix in Georgian cuisine used for many different Georgian dishes.
Feel free to buy the spice blend here, but here is the list of ingredients to make a Khmeli Suneli blend yourself:
- marjoram
- dried parsley
- black peppercorns
- dried dill
- dried summer savory
- fenugreek seeds
- dried mint
- coriander seed
- dried fenugreek leaves
- ground marigold petals
- bay leaves
Key Ingredients
Poultry: Usually made with chicken, thighs and breast. Feel free to use turkey meat
Liquid: Water.
Nuts: Walnuts, pick the freshest.
Spices: Along with khmeli suneli spice blend you will also need curry powder, red pepper, black pepper, and salt.
Dairy: Unsalted Butter.
Garlic for added flavor!
Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.
How to make Georgian Satsivi Chicken
Step 1: Boil the chicken
Put chicken into a pot. Fill with water and add salt. Boil for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Cut and transfer chicken
Once finished, take the chicken out and cut into smaller pieces. Then, transfer to a pan with unsalted butter (save the water, you will need it later).
Step 3: Sauté
Frequently turn over the chicken and lightly brown it.
Step 4: Add spices
Add khmeli suneli, black pepper, red pepper, and curry powder to the chicken skillet.
Step 5: Add walnuts and garlic, then water
Add walnuts and garlic cloves. Then top off with the water from the boiled chicken, just enough to cover the chicken.
Step 6: Simmer, season, and serve
Simmer for 15 minutes or until it comes to a boil. Add more salt and pepper to taste. All done, serve warm!
Expert Tips
- Prepare the khmeli suneli seasoning ahead of time and keep it on hand! It’s a delicious flavor combination you can use on more chicken recipes.
- Prepare a crusty bread to serve with this chicken dish! It pairs perfectly to soak up the walnut sauce. Naan bread is a great option you can pick up at the grocery store or make yourself at home.
- Add the khmeli suneli seasoning gradually, tasting as you go. Its potency can vary; start with a small amount and adjust.
Recipe FAQs
While the boiled chicken water adds flavor, you can use chicken broth if preferred.
Yes, it reheats well; store it in the refrigerator and gently reheat on the stove.
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- This Healthy Chicken Mushroom Veggie Salad gives your body nutrients from the various ingredients.
- You can make this Layered Chicken Salad with Pomegranate as a great holiday salad.
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Georgian Chicken in Garlic Walnut Sauce with Spices (Satcivi)
Equipment
- Pot
- tongs
Ingredients
- 2 lb chicken thighs, or breasts, skinless
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp khmeli suneli
- 3 tsp red pepper
- 3 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups walnuts, crushed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp salt
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Put chicken into a pot. Fill with water and add salt. Boil for 30 minutes.2 lb chicken thighs,, 2 Tbsp salt
- Once finished, take the chicken out and cut into smaller pieces. Then, transfer to a pan with unsalted butter (save the water, you will need it later).3 Tbsp unsalted butter
- Frequently turn over the chicken and lightly brown it.
- Add khmeli suneli, black pepper, red pepper, and curry powder to the chicken skillet.1 tsp khmeli suneli, 3 tsp red pepper, 3 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp curry powder
- Add walnuts and garlic cloves. Then top off with the water from the boiled chicken, just enough to cover the chicken.2 cups walnuts,, 2 cloves garlic,
- Simmer for 15 minutes or until it comes to a boil. Add more salt and pepper to taste. All done, serve warm!salt,, pepper,
