“FASOLAKI” CHICKEN WITH GREEN BEANS IN TOMATO SAUCE - STAVROS' KITCHEN - GREEK & CYPRIOT CUISINE

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken

Breast is leaner, while bone-in chicken can be more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has similar health benefits, while canola oil is often less expensive.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Grape juice adds sweetness, while vinegar provides acidity without alcohol.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Thyme can provide an earthy flavor similar to bay leaves.

Heat olive oil in a pan until very hot.

Fry the chicken until golden brown on both sides, then remove from the pan.

Empty most of the oil from the pan, leaving some to sauté the onions.

Fry the onion and garlic gently until translucent.

Add the tomatoes and fry for a couple of minutes.

Place the chicken back in the pan and mix well.

Add the green beans on top.

Pour in enough hot water to cover the chicken.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover to cook slowly.

When the green beans are semi-cooked, add the potatoes (keep them in water until ready to use).

Season with salt and pepper, cover, and let cook until the potatoes are soft.

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