Peruvian Chicken Cilantro Stew (Seco de Pollo) Recipe

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and diced green bell pepper; cook for another 3 minutes.

Add diced chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 7-10 minutes.

Sprinkle in cumin, salt, and black pepper; stir to combine.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and add diced potatoes and carrots; simmer for 15 minutes.

Stir in peas and bay leaves; cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Add chopped cilantro and lime juice; stir well to combine.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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