Belizean Stew Chicken is a popular dish in Belize, often served with rice and beans, fried plantains, and coleslaw. Here’s a recipe for making Belizean stew chicken:
Ingredients:
- 3 lbs chicken (breast and thigh mixture is preferred), cut into small pieces
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1 onion (yellow or white), diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 cups water
Directions:
- Season the chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, paprika, cumin, and oregano. Rub the seasoning into the chicken and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken to the pot and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and diced bell pepper and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes and continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the pot and add 2 cups of water and 1/4 cup of white vinegar. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let the chicken simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Add the chopped cilantro and simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
- Serve the stew chicken hot with rice and beans, fried plantains, and coleslaw.
This recipe can be made in a crockpot (slow cooker). For best results, cook on low for 6-8 hours.
Enjoy your delicious Belizean stew chicken, a perfect blend of spices and flavors that will transport you straight to the tropical paradise of Belize.