Chicken Daube Recipe (Mauritian Easy Stew Recipe)

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white wine

Grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol, while white wine is often less expensive.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often less costly than breasts.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while regular milk is usually more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is generally less expensive.

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

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes.

Add chicken pieces to the pot; brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in red wine and scrape up any browned bits from the pot.

Add chopped tomatoes, bay leaves, and thyme; stir to combine.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cover and simmer on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add sliced mushrooms and potatoes; cook for an additional 20 minutes until tender.

Stir in coconut milk and heat through for 5 minutes.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens