Peruvian Chicken Stew | Martin Morales

aji amarillo peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: habanero peppers

Bell peppers are more accessible and milder, while habaneros provide heat.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds offer similar texture and flavor, while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheddar cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories, while cheddar is often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, and evaporated milk can be more affordable.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and carrots, cooking until softened.

Add whole chicken to the pot and season with cumin.

Cover and simmer until chicken is cooked through.

Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.

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