Chili Stewed Hen Recipe

Name: Chili Stewed Hen
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. oil, divided; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 1/2 to 3 lb. chicken, cut up; 1 c. chicken broth; 2 bay leaves; 1 tsp. oregano leaves, crushed; 1 tsp. thyme; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1/2 c. chopped onion; 1/4 c. flour; 2 c. chicken broth; 3 Tbsp. Red Chili Puree or 1 to 2 Tbsp. mild pure chili powder; salt and pepper; 2 Tbsp. water

Servings: persons

3 Tbsp. oil, divided
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 1/2 to 3 lb. chicken, cut up
1 c. chicken broth
2 bay leaves
1 tsp. oregano leaves, crushed
1 tsp. thyme
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/4 c. flour
2 c. chicken broth
3 Tbsp. Red Chili Puree or 1 to 2 Tbsp. mild pure chili powder
salt and pepper
2 Tbsp. water

1
Saute onion and garlic; set aside.
2
Dust chicken with flour and brown on both sides.
3
Stir in onion, garlic mixture, chili puree, bay leaves, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper.
4
Cover and cook 45 minutes or until chicken is tender.
5
Remove bay leaves.
6
In a small bowl, blend cornstarch and water until smooth.
7
Combine with mixture in skillet and cook over low heat, stirring until thickened.
8
Pour sauce over chicken.
9
See recipe for Red Chili Puree.

590

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tbsp. oil, divided, 4 cloves garlic, minced, 2 1/2 to 3 lb. chicken, cut up, 1 c. chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Chili Stewed Hen falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chili Stewed Hen

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Variations & substitutions

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