Liberian Chicken Gravy Recipe

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a similar flavor with less saturated fat.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often more affordable.

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat, while bell peppers add sweetness without spice.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and seasoning water is cost-effective.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced bell peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes and scotch bonnet peppers; simmer for 5 minutes.

Season with thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper; stir well.

Add chicken pieces to the pot, ensuring they are coated in the sauce.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.

Add sliced carrots and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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