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Georgian Chicken in Garlic Walnut Sauce with Spices (Satcivi)

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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 with a load of spices is definitely a recipe to make over and over again! Made with 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 a well-known not just in Georgia but in Russia as well.

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What Do You Serve Sitsivi 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.

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. Georgian chicken is made with a blend of spices called Khmeli Suneli. 

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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 to use that spice! You can buy the spice blend here, but here is the list if you want to make 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

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What do I need to make this whole recipe of the Georgian Chicken with Walnuts

Poultry: Usually made with chicken, thighs and breast; but you can also use turkey if you want.
Liquid: Water.
Nuts: Walnuts, pick the freshest.
Spices: Along with khmeli suneli spice blend you will also need, curry powder, red pepper, black pepper sand salt.
Dairy: Unsalted Butter.
and you will need garlic cloves. 

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How to make (Sitsivi) Georgian Sautéed Chicken in Walnut Sauce

Steps

Put chicken into a medium size pot, fill it with water and add 2 Tablespoons of salt. Boil for 30 minutes.
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Once finished, take chicken out a cut it into smaller pieces and then transfer the chicken into a pan. Add in  3 Tablespoons of unsalted butter (save the water, you will need it later)

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On medium heat, frequently turn over the chicken and until lightly brown on both sides.

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To the chicken, add 1 tsp khmeli suneli seasoning, 3 tsp black pepper, 3 tsp red pepper, and 1 tsp curry powder.

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Add 2 cups crushed walnuts and 3 minced garlic cloves. Then top off with the water from the boiled chicken, just enough to cover the chicken.

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Simmer for 15 minutes or until it comes to a boil. Add more salt and pepper to taste.

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All done, serve warm!

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Georgian Chicken in Garlic Walnut Sauce with Spices (Satcivi) Yum

6 Servings
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643 Calories
Time to cook: 1 hr 25 mins
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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

1

Put chicken into a medium size pot, fill it with water and add 2 Tablespoons of salt. Boil for 30 minutes.
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2

Once finished, take chicken out a cut it into smaller pieces and then transfer the chicken into a pan. Add in  3 Tablespoons of unsalted butter (save the water, you will need it later)

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3

On medium heat, frequently turn over the chicken and until lightly brown on both sides.

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4

To the chicken, add 1 tsp khmeli suneli seasoning, 3 tsp black pepper, 3 tsp red pepper, and 1 tsp curry powder.

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5

Add 2 cups crushed walnuts and 3 minced garlic cloves. Then top off with the water from the boiled chicken, just enough to cover the chicken.

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6

Simmer for 15 minutes or until it comes to a boil. Add more salt and pepper to taste.

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7

All done, serve warm!

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Nutrition Facts
Georgian Chicken in Garlic Walnut Sauce with Spices (Satcivi)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 643 Calories from Fat 504
% Daily Value*
Fat 56g86%
Saturated Fat 13g81%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 24g
Monounsaturated Fat 15g
Cholesterol 163mg54%
Sodium 2444mg106%
Potassium 514mg15%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 31g62%
Vitamin A 388IU8%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 64mg6%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

About the Author

Marina Rizhkov

I’m Marina, a Mother, Culinary Nutrition Expert, and Blogger. I am so glad you took the time to stop by and treat yourself to some of my recipes. My goal is to give you the knowledge and courage to get out of your comfort cooking zone and cook from scratch! You’ll find a bunch of pictures, nutritional information, and step-by-step instructions to help you achieve tasty homemade meals.

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