Easy Mexican Chicken Stew Recipe - Chicken Stew - Spicy Chicken Stew - How to cook chicken stew

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken pieces

Breast is leaner, while bone-in pieces add flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers provide sweetness without heat.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley offers a fresh flavor without allergens.

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

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chicken thighs; cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in chopped carrots, potatoes, and zucchini; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, cumin, oregano, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Remove chicken; shred with two forks and return to the pot.

Stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice before serving.

Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

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