Chicken hearts stew is a dish made by simmering chicken hearts with various ingredients to create a flavorful and comforting stew. Chicken hearts are the main ingredient and are typically cooked until tender and flavorful. The stew is often prepared with a combination of vegetables, herbs, and spices, which can vary depending on regional and personal preferences. Chicken hearts stew is a flavorful and hearty dish. Here’s a simple recipe to help you cook chicken hearts stew:
How to cook chicken hearts stew
The stew is usually cooked in a liquid base such as chicken broth or tomato sauce, which helps to create a rich and savory sauce. Additional ingredients like onions, garlic, carrots, potatoes, and herbs may be added to enhance the flavors and provide texture to the stew.Chicken hearts stew can be enjoyed as a main course with a side of rice, pasta, or crusty bread. It is a popular dish in many cuisines around the world, including Latin American, Asian, and European cuisines.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken hearts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Clean the chicken hearts: Remove any excess fat or connective tissues from the chicken hearts. Rinse them thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.2. Sauté the onions and garlic: Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they become translucent and fragrant.3. Add the chicken hearts: Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chicken hearts to the pot. Sauté them for about 5 minutes until they are lightly browned on all sides.4. Add the seasonings: Stir in the paprika, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional minute to allow the flavors to develop.5. Add the liquids: Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir everything together to combine.6. Simmer the stew: Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently for about 45 minutes to 1 hour. This will allow the flavors to meld and the chicken hearts to become tender.7. Adjust the seasoning: Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.8. Serve the stew: Remove the bay leaf from the pot. Ladle the chicken hearts stew into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve the stew hot with crusty bread or over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta.Enjoy your delicious chicken hearts stew!
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Nutrition
Serving: 100g
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Lillian
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