Zimbabwean Chicken Stew Recipe | Sadza ne Huku | Free Range Chicken Stew | Hard Chicken

maize meal

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: corn flour

Quinoa offers a gluten-free option with higher protein.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner while chicken thighs are more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats, while canola is budget-friendly.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Kale is nutrient-dense, while cabbage is often cheaper.

Boil water in a large pot over high heat.

Gradually add maize meal to the boiling water, stirring continuously.

Reduce heat to medium and cook until thickened, about 10-15 minutes.

In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onions and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add diced tomatoes and green peppers, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer.

Season with salt, black pepper, and coriander, cooking until chicken is fully cooked, about 15-20 minutes.

Add chopped carrots and spinach, cooking until tender, about 5 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice before serving.

Serve hot sadza alongside the chicken stew.

Cooking Techniques

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