Healthy, Tasty, and Comforting Haitian Chicken in Sauce | Poul Nan Sos | One Pan Chicken And Veggies

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Jalapeño provides heat with fewer calories.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Vegetable broth reduces meat content while adding flavor.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers similar acidity at a lower cost.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats.

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

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced bell peppers and carrots; cook for another 3-4 minutes.

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

Pour in lime juice and add thyme, bay leaves, and black pepper; stir to combine.

Add diced tomatoes and scotch bonnet pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes until tomatoes soften.

Pour in chicken broth, ensuring chicken is submerged; bring to a simmer.

Cover and reduce heat to low; braise for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

Cooking Techniques

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