Belizean Chicken Escabeche recipe|spenish yummy food recipe

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note while maintaining acidity.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made from pantry staples.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is heart-healthy.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried oregano

Dried oregano can mimic the aromatic qualities of bay leaves.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in vinegar and chicken broth, then add bay leaves and thyme.

Season with cumin, black pepper, and salt to taste.

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cover the pot.

Cook for 20-25 minutes until chicken is tender and cooked through.

Add sliced carrots and bell peppers, cooking for an additional 10 minutes.

Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro just before serving.

Remove bay leaves and serve hot.

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