Georgian · main

Chakhokhbili

Chakhokhbili reads umami 5.5, richness 5.1 and herbaceous 4.8 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Georgian main, about 1 hr 6 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.

The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10

• Umami & Savory — 5.9 / 10
• Sweet & Fruity — 3.4 / 10
• Sour & Bright — 3.1 / 10
• Bitter & Earthy — 1.6 / 10
• Rich & Fat — 5.5 / 10
• Aromatic & Spice — 5.5 / 10

The measured notes (of 18)

Umami 5.5 · Richness 5.1 · Herbaceous 4.8 · Allium 4.6 · Salinity 3.8 · Sweetness 2.6 · Sourness 2.6 · Fruity 2.5 · Floral 1.9 · Heat 1.9 · Nutty 1.6 · Citrus 1.5 · Earthy 1.4 · Bitterness 1.3 · Warm Spice 1.3

What's in it (11)

• 3 lbs bone-in chicken pieces
• 2 large onions, sliced
• 1 1/2 lbs ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 5 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup fresh basil
• 1/2 tsp fenugreek
• 2 bay leaves
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• salt to taste

Time & effort: about 1 hr 6 min (31 min active) · effort: medium

Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 108.5 kcal, 18.1 g protein, 3.1 g fat, 2.4 g carbs

Dietary: Contains meat — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.

How it's cooked (2 steps)

1. Brown chicken pieces in oil, then remove. Sauté sliced onions until golden, add chopped tomatoes and cook down to a thick sauce.
2. Return chicken to the pot, add garlic, herbs, and spices, then braise covered over low heat for 30–35 minutes until tender and the sauce is rich.

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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.