Brazilian Chicken Stew
A hearty and flavorful stew originating from Brazil, made with tender chicken and a rich blend of spices.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- ●1 medium onion
- ●3 cloves garlic
- ●2 medium tomato
- ●1 large bell pepper
- ●2 teaspoons cumin
- ●1 teaspoon paprika
- ●1 teaspoon salt
- ●1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- ●1 cup stewhomemade or store-bought
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-6 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 cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot and cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the tomato and stew 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 low and cook, covered, until the chicken is cooked through and the stew is heated through, about 20-25 minutes.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.