Chicken Yassa Recipe
Chicken Yassa is a zesty, comforting West African dish made with marinated chicken, caramelized onions, and a bold mustard-lemon sauce. It’s flavorful, satisfying, and perfect for a cozy dinner.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Large skillet or Dutch oven
- Knife and Cutting Board
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Tongs or spatula
- Citrus juicer (optional)
Ingredients
- 4 chicken legs thighs and drumsticks attached
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic granules or garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper divided
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley divided
- 4 large onions thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 lemon juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups chicken stock
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/4 cup green olives
Instructions
- In a bowl, season chicken with salt, cayenne, garlic powder, black pepper, and half the parsley.
- In a skillet, sear the chicken until golden; set aside.
- Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in Dijon mustard and lemon juice; mix well.
- Return chicken to the pan, pour in chicken stock, add bay leaves and olives.
- Cover and simmer for 35–40 minutes, until chicken is tender.
- Sprinkle remaining parsley, adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve warm with rice or your favorite side.