Chicken (Village Chicken) Stew - Zambian Style

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while canola is budget-friendly.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried oregano

Oregano can substitute for flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is healthier, while water is cost-effective.

Heat vegetable 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, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate chicken pieces, browning on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and add bay leaves, thyme, and coriander.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.

Add chopped carrots and potatoes, stirring to combine.

Continue simmering until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and chilies to taste.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Serve hot with nshima or rice.

Cooking Techniques

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