Grilled/Barbeque Chicken - African food Recipe (Poulet Braise')

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier, while sunflower oil is often cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers similar acidity, while vinegar is less expensive.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Dried basil can mimic the flavor of bay leaves at a lower cost.

Marinate chicken with lime juice, garlic, ginger, and spices for at least 1 hour.

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

Add marinated chicken to the skillet, browning on all sides for 5-7 minutes.

Remove chicken and set aside; add onions and bell peppers to the skillet.

Sauté onions and bell peppers until softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Stir in tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 3-4 minutes.

Return chicken to the skillet, add chicken broth, thyme, and bay leaves.

Cover and simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Remove the lid and cook for an additional 10 minutes to reduce sauce if desired.

Garnish with parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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