Cooking Lucid
Chicken Afritada
Chicken braised in a savory tomato sauce with potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers. A colorful, comforting stew that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
Prep 10 min
Cook 40 min
Total 50 min
Serves 6
Ingredients
Step 1 — Sauté the chicken
- 3 lbs chicken (cut into pieces)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion (diced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
Step 2 — Add vegetables
- 2 potatoes (cubed)
- 1 carrot (sliced)
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- ½ cup green peas
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step 3 — Serve
- Steamed white rice
Instructions
- 1
Brown and braise
Heat oil in a pot. Brown chicken pieces on all sides. Add onion and garlic, cook 2 minutes. Pour in tomato sauce and broth. Simmer covered 25 minutes.
- 2
Add vegetables
Add potatoes and carrots, simmer 10 minutes. Add bell pepper and peas. Season with fish sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook 5 more minutes.
- 3
Serve
Serve hot with steamed rice.
Nutrition per serving: 400 cal · 36g protein · 24g carbs · 18g fat · 3g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
