Chicken Afritada
A comforting Filipino tomato-based stew made with chicken and vegetables, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 kg bone-in chicken (thighs or drumsticks) Use bone-in cuts for more flavor.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups canned tomato sauce Canned is preferred for consistency.
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 medium bell pepper, sliced Add at the end to retain crunch.
- 1 cup peas Add near the end of cooking.
- 1 cup water Adjust for desired thickness.
- 1 tbsp fish sauce Optional, for added depth of flavor.
- 1 pinch sugar Used at the end for balanced flavors.
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the chicken pieces in a pot until golden.
- Add onions and garlic, stirring until fragrant.
- Pour in the canned tomato sauce and mix well.
- Add the potatoes, carrots, and coat the chicken with sauce.
- Pour in water and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and simmer until the chicken is fall-apart tender.
- Add bell peppers and peas in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Season with fish sauce and a pinch of sugar before serving.
Notes
For best results, sear the chicken properly and don't rush the simmering. Fresh vegetables are preferred for extra flavor.