Chicken with tomato bredie
Chicken with tomato bredie is a delicious South African dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a rich tomato-based stew. Bredie refers to a traditional Cape Malay slow-cooked stew, typically made with meat, vegetables, and spices. In this case, the chicken is simmered with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and a blend of aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and bay leaves. The result is a hearty and flavorful dish that pairs well with rice or bread.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken pieces (bone-in, skin-on thighs or drumsticks work well)
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 bay leaves
- 4 large tomatoes diced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
- cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the cooking oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside.
- In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until they become soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, dried thyme, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves to the pot. Stir well to coat the onions and garlic with the spices.
- Return the browned chicken pieces to the pot, along with any accumulated juices.
- Add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Stir everything together.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the pot and simmer on low heat for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove the cinnamon stick and bay leaves.
- Serve the Chicken with Tomato Bredie hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.
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Nutrition
Calories: 457kcal (23%)Carbohydrates: 13g (4%)Protein: 32g (64%)Fat: 31g (48%)Saturated Fat: 7g (44%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 117mg (39%)Sodium: 339mg (15%)Potassium: 830mg (24%)Fiber: 4g (17%)Sugar: 7g (8%)Vitamin A: 1801IU (36%)Vitamin C: 33mg (40%)Calcium: 77mg (8%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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