Ivorian Cuisine | Ivorian Chicken | Ivorian Shrimp

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner while chicken thighs are more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is budget-friendly.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

White pepper has a milder taste, and paprika is inexpensive.

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

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and bell peppers; cook until softened, about 4 minutes.

Add marinated chicken to the skillet and sear on all sides until browned, about 8 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat until chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes.

Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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