Chicken With Tomato Sauce And Pasta (somali Digaag Iyo Suugo Iyo Baasto)

This Chicken with Tomato Sauce and Pasta, known as "Digaag iyo Suugo iyo Baasto" in Somali, is a flavorful and comforting dish that is perfect for a family meal or special occasion.

Chicken With Tomato Sauce And Pasta (somali Digaag Iyo Suugo Iyo Baasto)

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs, skin-on
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz pasta of your choice
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  2. Reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onion to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic, cumin, and paprika, and cook for another 2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, then return the chicken thighs to the pot. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  4. While the chicken is simmering, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  5. To serve, place a portion of pasta on each plate, top with a chicken thigh, and spoon the tomato sauce over the chicken and pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
25g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Spoon Cooking knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Chicken with Tomato Sauce and Pasta with a side of garlic bread and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the tomato sauce.

Cost

$15