Paleo Rechta
Experience a flavorful twist on a traditional Algerian dish with this Paleo Rechta recipe—a healthy, low-carb alternative that swaps out pasta for fresh zucchini noodles. Packed with tender chicken thighs, hearty vegetables like onions and carrots, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, this one-pot meal delivers mouthwatering taste while keeping it light and nutritious. Simmered in rich chicken broth, the zucchini noodles soak up the savory flavors for a satisfying yet paleo-friendly comfort food. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this Paleo Rechta is ready in just over an hour and serves four, offering a deliciously wholesome way to enjoy global cuisine. Don’t forget to garnish with fragrant fresh cilantro for a vibrant finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 600 grams chicken thighs
- 3 large zucchini
- 1 large onion
- 2 medium carrots
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 500 milliliters chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
Instructions
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Spiralize the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer and set aside.
Dice the onion and carrots into small pieces.
Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onions and carrots to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the chicken pieces to the pot, stirring occasionally until they are browned on all sides.
Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring to a simmer.
Stir in the cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and black pepper.
Cover the pot and let the stew simmer for about 40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Add the zucchini noodles to the pot, stirring to combine, and cook for another 5 minutes until they are just tender.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.8 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.3 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 564 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 11265 mg | 490% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.8 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.1 g | ||
| Protein | 176.0 g | 352% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 4440 mg | 94% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
