Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Wash the Millet: Place 1.5 glasses of millet in a fine mesh strainer and rinse it thoroughly under cold running water. This helps remove any bitterness from the grain.
- Cook the Millet: In a saucepan, combine the washed millet with 4.5 glasses of water and 2 teaspoons of salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all the water is absorbed and the millet is tender.
- Add Semolina: Once the millet has absorbed the water, stir in 2 tablespoons of semolina. Continue to cook the mixture over low heat for an additional 5 minutes, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Shape the Pasta: Once the millet and semolina are fully cooked, transfer the mixture to a deep plate. Use a spoon dipped in cold water to flatten and smooth the surface of the millet. Allow the pasta to cool completely, so it sets into a firm consistency.
- Portion the Pasta: After the pasta has cooled, carefully turn it out onto a cutting board and slice it into portions, creating small squares or rectangles.
- Marinate the Chicken: Wash the chicken thighs fillet thoroughly, then pat them dry with paper towels. Place the chicken fillet in a deep bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated with the seasoning. Let the chicken marinate for about 15 minutes.
- Fry the Chicken: In a frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken fillets and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown. Once browned, remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the Onions and Garlic: In the same pan, add 100g of butter. Once the butter has melted, add the sliced onions and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the onions become translucent and soft. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly.
- Add the Flour: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of wheat flour into the onion and garlic mixture. Stir continuously to avoid lumps, and cook for 1 minute over low heat until the flour is lightly toasted.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Gradually pour 300 ml of water into the pan, stirring constantly to create a smooth sauce. Once the sauce begins to thicken, add 250g of sour cream and stir until fully incorporated. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer the Chicken in the Sauce: Return the browned chicken fillets to the pan, submerging them in the creamy sauce. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Garnish: Once the chicken is done, sprinkle the dish with 1 tablespoon of freshly chopped parsley.
- Plate the Dish: Lay the portioned millet pasta onto plates and serve the chicken fillet on top or alongside the pasta. Spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken and pasta for extra flavor.
- Enjoy: Serve the Chicken Gedlibzhe with Millet Pasta hot, and enjoy the delightful combination of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and hearty millet pasta.
