What is Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa made of?

The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Leg Quarters, Green Bell Pepper, Green Olives. The full list of 17 is above.

How long does it take to make Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa?

About 1 hr 40 mins in total: 40 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 1320.73 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa easy to make?

This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 8 steps.

Is Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa healthy?

Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa has an easyChef Pro health score of 61/100. Per serving, it provides 1320.73 calories and 95.94 g of protein, or 192% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1088.16 mg (47% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.3 g (27% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Wheat, Gluten, Mustard, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa

Name: Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: South African
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Black Pepper; 1 tbsp Cayenne Pepper; 3 lb Chicken Leg Quarters; 1 whole Green Bell Pepper; 0.5 cup Green Olives; 2 whole Lemon; 0.33 cup Lemon Juice; 1 tbsp Lemon Pepper; 1 tsp Minced Garlic; 0.25 cup Olive Oil; 1 whole Red Bell Pepper; 0.5 cup Reduced-Sodium Chicken Broth; 0.5 tsp Salt; 1 whole Sliced Carrots; 0.25 cup Spicy Brown Mustard; 3 cups White Rice; 3 whole Yellow Onion

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 South African 🇿🇦 High-Protein 💪Sugar-Free Gluten-Free Halal 🕌

Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa balances bright lemon tang with gentle heat, wrapped around tender grilled chicken and sweet, caramelized onions. Briny green olives and soft peppers add depth, while the juices soak beautifully into steamed white rice. Serve this vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish for a cozy family dinner or a festive weekend meal when bold, layered flavors are welcome.

Prep40 mins
Cook1 hr
Serves4
DifficultyMedium

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

61 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 54 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityFair: 47 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood: 89 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed: 1 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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Heart Health: 74
Metabolic: 59
Digestive: 41
Inflammatory: 64
Performance: 62
General Wellness

1

In a small bowl, mix lemon juice, oil, mustard, and garlic to make the marinade. In another small bowl, combine black pepper, cayenne, lemon-pepper seasoning, and salt. Rub the spice mix all over the chicken and place it in a large zip-top plastic bag. Pour in the lemon juice mixture. Seal the bag and turn to coat. Chill for up to 8 hours or overnight.
2

Set up an outdoor grill for indirect grilling by lighting burners on one side only or moving lit coals to one side. Heat the grill to medium, 325 to 375 degrees F (165 to 190 degrees C). Lightly oil the grill grate.
3

Place the chicken on the unlit side of the grill, discarding the marinade. Grill, turning once, until an instant-read thermometer in the thickest parts reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 40 to 50 minutes.
4

Meanwhile, grill the lemon halves, cut-sides down, over the lit side of the grill until grill marks form, about 8 minutes.
5

Heat 1/4 cup oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet on the stovetop over medium-high until hot. Add onions, bell peppers, carrot, garlic, and lemon juice; cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid evaporates and the vegetables are tender and starting to brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in chicken broth; cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in olives.
6

Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
7

Arrange the grilled chicken over the vegetables in the skillet.
8

Cover and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Serve over cooked rice with the grilled lemon halves.

About This Recipe

Shelia's Senegalese Style Chicken Yassa is made with 17 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Leg Quarters, and Green Bell Pepper. Each serving provides about 1320.73 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa made of?: The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Leg Quarters, Green Bell Pepper, Green Olives. The full list of 17 is above.
How long does it take to make Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa?: About 1 hr 40 mins in total: 40 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 1320.73 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa easy to make?: This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 8 steps.
Is Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa healthy?: Shelia's Senegalese-Style Chicken Yassa has an easyChef Pro health score of 61/100. Per serving, it provides 1320.73 calories and 95.94 g of protein, or 192% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1088.16 mg (47% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.3 g (27% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Wheat, Gluten, Mustard, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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