Ingredients
For 6 servings. All ingredients are generic, never brand names.
- Rechta noodles600 g
- Chicken pieces1.1 kg
- Onions2
- Chickpeas, cooked1 cup
- Cinnamon stick1
- Black pepper1 tsp
- Butter60 g
- Salt2 tsp
Method
- BrothSoften the onions in butter, add the chicken, cinnamon, pepper and 7 cups water and simmer 35 minutes.
- NoodlesSteam the noodles 20 minutes, moisten, then steam 15 minutes.
- ServeServe with the chicken on top and broth poured over.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 711 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 37.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 86.4 g |
| Fat | 23.0 g |
| Fibre | 6.2 g |
| Sugar | 5.0 g |
| Sodium | 998 mg |
| Saturated fat | 9.0 g |
| Serving size | about 310 g |
Estimated from the ingredients; actual values vary with brands and portion sizes.
Allergens
Contains Milk, Wheat / gluten. Use halal-certified meat and poultry.
Quick answers
How long does Rechta with Chicken take to make?
About 1 h 23 min in total: 13 min of preparation and 1 h 10 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Rechta with Chicken?
About 711 kcal per serving, with 38 g of protein. The recipe makes 6 servings of about 310 g each.
Which allergens does Rechta with Chicken contain?
Based on its ingredients it contains Milk, Wheat / gluten. Always check the labels of packaged ingredients.
Where is Rechta with Chicken from?
Rechta with Chicken is a main course from Algeria. Rechta noodles with chicken and a clear, gently spiced broth.