Roadrunner Chicken

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 🐓 . Roadrunner Chicken Stew (Huku yechiboyi)


(Free-range chicken, slow-cooked Zimbabwean style)



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🐔 About the Dish


This dish uses free-range chicken, locally called “huku yechiboyi” or “roadrunner”. These chickens are leaner and tougher than broilers, but they have a rich, deep flavor. They are traditionally served at important events like weddings, funerals, and family gatherings.



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🧺 Ingredients


1 whole roadrunner chicken (cut into pieces)


1 large onion, chopped


2–3 medium tomatoes, chopped


2 cloves garlic, crushed


1 tsp ginger (optional)


1 tsp salt


1 tsp curry powder or Royco


1 tbsp cooking oil


2–3 cups water


Optional: Fresh green pepper or chili for flavor




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🍳 Preparation Steps


1. Clean the Chicken


Wash the chicken pieces thoroughly.


Some people rub with lemon juice or salt to clean more thoroughly.




2. Boil the Chicken First


In a large pot, add the chicken, salt, garlic, ginger, and a little water.


Cover and boil on medium heat for 30–45 minutes until the meat is soft.


Roadrunner chicken takes longer to cook due to its toughness.




3. Prepare the Sauce


In a separate pan, heat oil.


Sauté onions until golden, then add tomatoes.


Cook until tomatoes form a thick paste. Add curry powder or Royco.




4. Combine and Simmer


Add the boiled chicken to the tomato-onion sauce.


Pour in a bit of the chicken broth (water used for boiling) for flavor.


Let it simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken soaks in the flavors.




5. Serve


Serve hot with sadza and leafy greens or muboora une dovi.






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🌍 Cultural Insight


Roadrunner chicken symbolizes honor, respect, and family unity.


Traditionally served to guests, elders, or at important ceremonies.


Some communities marinate the chicken overnight with wild herbs for even more local flavor.


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