Chakhokhbili (Georgian: ჩახოხბილი, pronounced [t͡ʃʰaχoχbili]) is a traditionalGeorgian dish of stewed chicken and tomato with fresh herbs.
The characteristic feature of Chakhokhbili is to dry-fry chicken without adding any kind of oil.
Its name comes from the Georgian word ხოხობი (khokhobi) which means "pheasant".
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a Georgian specialty, chakhokhbili, a glorious medley of chicken and tender vegetables flavored with fresh herbs.
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