Easy step by step Pulled chicken Venezuelan style

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: whole chicken

Breast is leaner, while whole chicken can be more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is still healthy.

arepas

🥗Healthier: lettuce wraps

💰Cheaper: tortillas

Lettuce wraps reduce carbs, while tortillas are often cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, ají dulce, red pepper, and white part of spring onion; sauté until softened.

Stir in tomato paste, paprika, and spices; cook until fragrant.

Add chicken breast and pour in water; bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat until chicken is tender.

Remove chicken from pot and let cool slightly; shred the chicken.

Return shredded chicken to the pot and mix with the sauce; cook for an additional few minutes.

Add fresh coriander, mint, salt, and pepper to taste; stir well.

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