How to Make the Perfect Chicken Stew at Home | Healthy Chicken Stew with Vegetables | Quick & Simple

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner; chicken thighs are more affordable.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: instant mashed potatoes

Sweet potatoes are more nutritious; instant mashed potatoes save time.

Cut chicken into medium pieces.

Peel and cube the potatoes.

Peel and dice the carrots.

Peel and cube the raw papaya.

Cube the onion.

Mince the garlic and julienne the ginger.

Cube the tomato.

In a large pot, heat oil and butter over medium heat.

Add chicken and brown on all sides.

Add onions, garlic, and ginger, sauté until fragrant.

Stir in carrots, beans, potatoes, raw papaya, and tomato.

Pour in chicken stock (or water) and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and let simmer until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

Add salt, crushed black pepper, turmeric powder, and roasted cumin seeds to taste.

Thicken the stew with cornflour slurry if desired.

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

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