Sofrito Chicken Stew
Tender chicken drumsticks without skin are gently simmered in a savory blend of light beer, green onions, tomatoes, fresh cilantro, bell peppers, garlic, and a medley of spices. With the chilly months on the horizon, this delightful stew is sure to fill your home with warmth and provide the same cozy comfort that it brings me.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 6 scallions
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 packet sazon or 1 teaspoon ground annatto
- 8 large chicken drumsticks on the bone
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 6 oz light beer
- 1 cup water
- salt to taste
- 1/2 cup cilantro
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 1/3 cup diced red bell pepper
- 4 cloves garlic
Instructions
- 1
Pour oil into a deep sauté pan and warm it over medium heat.
- 2
Introduce chopped scallions and minced garlic to the pan, cooking for 2 minutes before incorporating diced tomatoes and bell peppers.
- 3
Sprinkle in salt, cumin, and either sazón or annatto; mix well and set the mixture aside.
- 4
Season the chicken pieces with salt and garlic powder; place them in the center of the pan, allowing them to sear and develop a slight golden color on each side.
- 5
Merge the chicken with the sofrito mixture, then pour in beer, water, and cilantro. Taste and adjust the salt as necessary.
- 6
Cover the pan and let it simmer gently on low heat until the chicken is thoroughly cooked, approximately 20-30 minutes. Serve the stew over a bed of rice.