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Kedjenou of Chicken — Ivorian Cote of Ivoire recipe, 60 min, serves 6Ivorian

Kedjenou of Chicken

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A stew Ivorian traditional where the chicken simmers doucement with some vegetables in its propre jus, without addition of water.

60
min
15
prep
🔥
45
cook
👥
6
servings
380
kcal / serving
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Instructions

1

Put tous the ingredients in a Dutch oven.

2

Fermez hermétiquement with a lid.

3

Cook à feu very doux for 45 minutes without ouvrir the lid.

💡 Secouez the Dutch oven of temps in temps with lieu of stir.
4

Serve with of Attiéké or of the white rice.

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Common Questions

How long does it take to cook kedjenou of chicken?
Total time is about 60 minutes, with 45 minutes of actual cooking. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your equipment and ingredient size.
How many servings does this kedjenou of chicken recipe make?
This recipe yields 6 servings as written. You can easily scale the recipe up or down using the serving size adjuster above the ingredient list.
Can I customize the ingredients in this recipe?
Yes, the ingredient list shows possible swaps for many items. Stick to similar quantities and textures when substituting to maintain the expected result.
What can I serve with kedjenou of chicken?
This dish pairs well with a fresh salad, roasted vegetables, rice, or crusty bread. Check our related recipes below for more ideas.

What to drink with this

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Wine
A medium-bodied red like Pinot Noir, or unoaked Chardonnay if you prefer white.
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Beer
Pale ale or pilsner — light enough to not overpower.
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Cocktail
Classic gin and tonic with cucumber.
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Non-alcoholic
Sparkling water with a squeeze of lemon and fresh herbs.
The story behind this recipe ▾
Kedjenou of Chicken is listed under the cote of ivoire category within the ivorian culinary tradition. The recipe is built around 9 ingredients, with chicken in pieces, tomatoes, onions as the main components. Total time from start to serving runs about 60 minutes: 15 minutes of preparation followed by 45 minutes of cooking. The method is kept deliberately straightforward, and the ingredient list stays within what a standard home pantry typically covers. Yield is 6 servings as written.
This recipe is for inspiration only. We do not provide food safety, storage, or nutritional advice. Always follow your local food safety guidelines. Check all ingredients for allergens.
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