Country Captain
Country Captain is a classic southern dish that originated in the United States. It's a flavorful and comforting chicken dish that is typically prepared with chicken pieces, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, and a blend of spices like curry powder, cayenne pepper, and ginger. It's often served over rice and garnished with almonds and raisins.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken pieces (such as thighs or drumsticks)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust according to your spice preference)
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, diced bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the curry powder, cayenne pepper, and ground ginger. Cook for a minute to toast the spices and release their flavors.
- Add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Return the chicken pieces to the skillet, cover, and simmer over low heat for about 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Stir in the raisins and slivered almonds. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings if needed.
- Serve the Country Captain over cooked rice and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley, if desired.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 448kcal (22%)Carbohydrates: 20g (7%)Protein: 33g (66%)Fat: 27g (42%)Saturated Fat: 7g (44%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 117mg (39%)Sodium: 342mg (15%)Potassium: 762mg (22%)Fiber: 4g (17%)Sugar: 5g (6%)Vitamin A: 562IU (11%)Vitamin C: 40mg (48%)Calcium: 93mg (9%)Iron: 4mg (22%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
