Chicken Stew with Vegetables: Flavor-Packed & Hearty

Today, we’re sharing a delicious recipe for chicken stew with vegetables that is simply irresistible! Before you learn to prepare this masterpiece, we’ll show you how to properly clean the chicken to ensure it’s perfect. Then, we’ll share all the secrets to our seasoning blend that gives this dish such an incredible flavor. Get ready for juicy, aromatic chicken!

Ingredients:

• 1 free-range chicken (approx. 3.3 lbs), skinless and cut into pieces
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Hot water (for cleaning)
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp chimichurri seasoning
• 1 tbsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice
• 1 tbsp salt
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper and 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, seeded and diced
• 1 cup chopped green onions (scallions)
• Fresh parsley, to taste
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 potatoes, sliced

How to Make Chicken Stew with Vegetables:

1. Clean the chicken: Rub the chicken pieces with lemon juice and hot water to remove any strong odors. Rinse thoroughly with cold water.
2. Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, mix the paprika, cumin, chimichurri, and black pepper. Season the chicken with this mix, adding the vinegar (or lemon juice), salt, and minced garlic. Toss well to coat every piece evenly and let it marinate in the refrigerator for one hour.
3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt a little lard or oil and add the chopped onions. Sauté until golden brown to add color and depth to the stew.
4. Add the chicken to the pot, turning the pieces occasionally to brown them evenly. If necessary, add a splash of water to prevent sticking.
5. Add the bell peppers, tomatoes, green onions, potatoes, and carrots. Pour in 2 cups of water, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
6. Taste and adjust the salt if needed.
7. Serve your Chicken Stew with Vegetables in a serving dish and enjoy!

Tips:

For an even more flavorful chicken, feel free to experiment with your favorite herbs and spices. This dish pairs perfectly with fluffy white rice or creamy mashed potatoes.

Did You Know?

Free-range chicken is known for its more intense flavor and juicy texture because of the bird’s active lifestyle. This variety has firmer meat, which makes our traditional stews extra special!

We hope you enjoy this recipe and that it brings extra warmth to your family meals.

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