🇨🇷 Costa Rican Chicken | Kid Chef Scarlet

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey offers leaner meat, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is budget-friendly.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

White pepper has a similar flavor profile, while paprika adds color.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and seasoned water is cost-effective.

Cut red pepper and onion into large strips (about 1/4 inch wide). Crush or mince garlic cloves. In a large skillet, heat oil on medium heat. Add onion, red pepper and garlic and sauté until just tender.

Place whole potatoes if small, or cut into half or fourth if large, and add half cup of water. Cover, cooking on medium heat until the potatoes are about halfway done.

Add the chicken to the pan and add a bit more water. Add achiote, Salsa Lizano, oregano, paprika and salt, mixing with the water to form a paste.

Cover again and braise until chicken is done, turning occasionally to cook evenly on all sides.

Remove from heat and serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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