Homemade Sazon Chicken Stew
Homemade Sazon Chicken Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. This stew is packed with tender chicken, a variety of vegetables, and aromatic spices that will leave your taste buds satisfied. With the bonus of being a one-pot meal, it’s a convenient and time-saving option for busy weeknights. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through a step-by-step process of how to make this delicious Homemade Sazon Chicken Stew, and we guarantee that it will become a staple in your recipe collection. So, let’s get started!
What makes Sazon Chicken Stew different from other stews?
The Sazon Chicken Stew stands out from other stews due to its unique blend of spices and seasonings. Sazon, a popular seasoning in Latin American cuisine, is the star ingredient that gives the dish its distinct flavor. The stew also includes tender chicken pieces, hearty vegetables, and a savory broth that creates a comforting and satisfying meal. Overall, the Sazon Chicken Stew is a flavorful and delicious twist on traditional stew recipes.
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The Ingredients yOu need
HOMEMADE SAZON
- Garlic powder – is essential to the Sazon seasoning as it adds a rich and savory taste to the dish.
- Smoked paprika – is an important ingredient in Sazon. It adds a smoky and slightly sweet flavor to the dish. It also adds color and a distinctive taste.
- Turmeric – is known for its earthy, slightly bitter flavor and vibrant color. In Sazon seasoning, turmeric is often included to add both flavor and color.
- Cumin – in Sazon, is used to add warm, earthy flavor and aroma to dishes. It adds depth and complexity to the dish.
- Oregano – is mostly used in tomato-based dishes. In Sazon, oregano is an essential ingredient that adds flavor, aroma, and complexity to the blend of spices. It also enhances the color and texture of the dish.
- Sea salt and Red chili pepper flakes – are used to season the dish.
FOR THE STEW
- Chicken drumsticks – cleaned and washed
- Salt and pepper – to season the chicken
- Oil – for searing the chicken
- Onion – chopped
- Roma tomatoes – deseed, peeled, and diced
- Bell pepper – deseed and diced
- Tomato sauce – is used as a base for stew
- Potatoes – hearty vegetables like potatoes are commonly used for stews. Peeled, cut into an inch cubes.
- Chicken broth – provides a rich, savory flavor, and adds depth to the dish. It also helps to tenderize meat and vegetables, making them more flavorful and easier to digest.
How To Make Homemade sazon chicken stew
Time needed: 45 minutes
CHICKEN STEW WITH HOMEMADE SAZON
- Combine the ingredients for homemade Sazon
Combine, garlic powder, smoked paprika, turmeric, cumin, dried oregano, sea salt, and red chili pepper flakes.
- Brown the chicken
Clean and wash the chicken drumsticks. Pat dry with a paper towel, and season with salt and pepper. In a pot, add the oil, and sear the chicken on all sides, for about 3-4 minutes. Set them aside.
- Make the stew
In the same pot, add the onion, and cook until translucent. Add tomatoes, bell pepper, Sazon seasoning, tomato sauce, and stir until combined. Add the chicken back to the pot, cover with a lid, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- The final step of cooking
Add the potatoes and chicken broth, and continue simmering until the potatoes are tender ( at least 30 minutes).
Frequently asked questions
Sazon seasoning is a type of seasoning blend commonly used in Latin American cooking. It typically contains a combination of spices, including cumin, coriander, garlic, and annatto, which gives it its distinctive red color.
To use Sazon seasoning in the chicken stew, simply add it to the pot along with your other seasonings. You can use it to flavor the chicken, vegetables, or both.
Some good side dishes to serve with chicken stew include rice, quinoa, crusty bread, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad.
The best way to store chicken stew is to let it cool down to room temperature before transferring it to an airtight container. You can then place the container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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Homemade Sazon Chicken Stew
Equipment
- Stockpot
- Tongs
- Ladle
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
FOR THE HOMEMADE SAZON
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
FOR THE STEW
- 2 1/2 pounds chicken drumsticks
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
- 3 tablespoons oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 bell pepper, deseed and sliced
- 8 oz. tomato sauce
- 2 medium size yellow potatoes, peeled and cut into an-inch cubes
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Combine all the homemade Sazon spices.
- Heat the stockpot with oil, add the chicken, and brown on all sides for about 2-3 minutes. Set them aside. See NOTE #1
- In the same pot, add the onion and saute until tender or translucent. Add the tomatoes, bell pepper, and Sazon seasoning, and stir to combine. Add the tomato sauce and the chicken back to the pan, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the potatoes and chicken broth, cover, lower the heat, and simmer for another 20-30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and the chicken is cooked through. See NOTE #2
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