Romanian potatoes stew with chicken | #dinner #chicken #stew #romania

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more economical than breasts.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Homemade broth is healthier, while bouillon is cost-effective.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini provides similar texture, while cabbage is often less expensive.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds depth, while cayenne is a budget-friendly alternative.

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

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

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

Add diced chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Sprinkle in paprika, salt, and black pepper, stirring to coat the chicken.

Add chopped carrots and bell peppers, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.

Add bay leaves and thyme, then cover and cook for 20 minutes.

Stir in diced potatoes and cook for an additional 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.

Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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