How to Make Tava or Turkish Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tava, also known as Turkish stew, is a traditional dish that has been enjoyed in Turkey for centuries. This hearty and flavorful stew is often made with a variety of meats and vegetables, and is typically cooked in a shallow, wide-rimmed pan called a tava. The dish is known for its rich, savory flavor and tender, juicy meat.

One of the keys to making a delicious tava is using high-quality, fresh ingredients. The meat used in the stew is often lamb, beef, or chicken, and is typically cut i...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
  • ½ (12 ounce) jar roasted red bell peppers, drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 (6 ounce) jar mushrooms, drained
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (16 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium casserole dish.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the chicken until juices run clear.
  • Puree the roasted red peppers in a blender or food processor until smooth. In the prepared casserole dish, mix the cooked chicken, roasted red peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, and top with mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Nutrition

    397 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 113mg
    • Sodium: 854mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 44g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 638mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 411mg