Village Albanian Spiced Chicken Pastry

Assemble the ingredients: chicken, cumin, garlic, olive oil, water, bay leaf, tomato.

Warm oil in a heavy pot. Add the chicken and cook until spiced.

Stir in the aromatics and spices — the backbone of Albanian flavors.

Add the remaining ingredients and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning; the flavor should deepen as it cooks.

Plate and serve with traditional Albanian accompaniments such as bread, rice, or fresh herbs.