Brazilian Creamy Chicken Stew
A rich and creamy Brazilian-inspired stew made with chicken, tender vegetables, and a hint of spices.
Ingredients
- ●1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breastcut into 1-inch pieces
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 large bell peppersliced
- ●2 tbsp tomato pasteBrazilian-style
- ●2 cups chicken brothlow-sodium
- ●1 cup heavy creamor coconut cream for a dairy-free version
- ●1 tsp sazon seasoningBrazilian-style
- ●to taste salt and pepperfreshly ground
- ●chopped fresh cilantrooptional garnish
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- 4
Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the pot and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 6
Add the chicken broth and sazon seasoning to the pot and stir to combine.
- 7
Return the chicken to the pot and bring the stew to a simmer.
- 8
Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, covered, until the chicken is cooked through and the stew has thickened, about 20 minutes.
- 9
Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the stew has reached the desired consistency.
- 10
Season the stew with salt and pepper to taste.
- 11
Serve the stew hot, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired.