Wash the meat well, dry with a towel, peel the onions, wash the greens. Prepare all necessary utensils.
Rub the thighs with salt and seasonings, place in a hot frying pan and fry over high heat for 5 minutes on each side for 20 minutes.
Dice the onion and add to the chicken, simmer for 10-15 minutes. Then add ketchup, distributing it evenly. Simmer for another 20 minutes, turning the thighs regularly.
A couple of minutes before cooking, add finely chopped cilantro and garlic. Leave to sit for 5 minutes.
Boil pasta or durum wheat spaghetti or rice noodles for chakhokhbili. Serve on a large platter with the pasta on top and the chicken on top. Crush with finely grated cheese and decorate the perimeter of the plate with cucumber slices and spinach leaves. A bright, appetizing and satisfying dish is ready.