Chicken Afritada (Filipino Stew)

Chicken Afritada (Filipino Stew)
  • PREP TIME
    40 mins
  • COOK TIME
    50 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    31

Embark on a culinary journey to the Philippines with Chicken Afritada, a vibrant and comforting stew brimming with tender chicken and garden-fresh vegetables in a rich, savory tomato sauce. A delightful dish that's both easy to prepare and deeply satisfying, perfect for a cozy weeknight meal.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    25 g
  • Cholesterol
    80 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    23 g
  • Saturated Fat
    12 g
  • Sodium
    324 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    45 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
3 mins

Heat oil in a large wok or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in chopped tomatoes; cook, mashing with a fork, until the tomatoes break down and release their juices, about 5 minutes.

02

Step
5 mins

Add chicken to the wok; cook and stir until lightly browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Pour in water; cover and bring to a gentle boil. Stir in tomato sauce; reduce heat and simmer gently until the chicken is nearly cooked through and the flavors meld, about 15 minutes.

03

Step
5 mins

Add potatoes to the wok; continue to simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in bell pepper and carrot; simmer until the vegetables are softened but still retain a slight crispness, about 5 minutes. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

For a richer flavor, use bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces. Remove the skin before serving if desired.
Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or green beans for extra nutrition and color.
Serve hot over steamed rice for a complete and satisfying meal. A sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley or cilantro adds a touch of freshness.
For a pork variation, substitute the chicken with pork shoulder cut into 1-inch cubes.

Deontae Bashirian

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 10 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Cheyanne Beahan

    This is a great recipe! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfect. I sometimes add a can of garbanzo beans for extra protein.

  • Amanda Doyle

    The recipe was easy to follow and the results were fantastic! My kids are picky eaters, but they both ate their entire serving.

  • Jermaine Goyette

    My family loved this! It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing. I added a bit of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.

  • Cecelia Purdy

    I made this last night and it was a hit! I substituted pork for the chicken and it was delicious. Thanks for the recipe!

  • Sadye Schmitt

    I found the sauce a little too thin, so I added a cornstarch slurry at the end and it thickened up nicely. Overall, a very tasty dish!

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