Published: by Absolutely Recipes, in the Birds recipes category.

Chicken Afritada Recipe.

Ingredients:

1 kg chicken pieces (legs, thighs, or a whole chicken, cut into serving pieces)
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
2 cups tomato sauce
1 cup chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: 1 tablespoon fish sauce (patis)

Recipe Instructions:

Heat cooking oil in a large pot or pan over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until lightly browned on all sides.
Pour in tomato sauce and chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
Add the bay leaf and sugar to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add fish sauce for an extra depth of flavor.
Cover the pot and let the chicken simmer over medium-low heat for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
Add potatoes, carrots, bell peppers, and green peas to the pot. Stir to distribute the vegetables evenly.
Continue simmering for another 10-15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, but still retain their crispness.
Adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or sugar according to your taste preferences.
Once the chicken is tender and the vegetables are cooked, remove the pot from the heat.
Transfer the Chicken Afritada to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley or green onions, if desired.

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