Portuguese Black Bean Chicken Stew Recipe 🍲
Overview:
This Portuguese Black Bean Chicken Stew is a hearty, flavorful dish that brings together the rich essence of black beans with succulent chicken and a medley of aromatic spices. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends, this stew is sure to delight your taste buds with its vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients.
- Name: Portuguese Black Bean Chicken Stew
- Category: Stew
- Cuisine: Portuguese, European
- Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Black Beans, Beans, Meat, Portuguese, European, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 1 batch
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 504
- Fat Content: 3.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 65.8mg
- Sodium Content: 101.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 71.2g
- Fiber Content: 17.6g
- Sugar Content: 5.8g
- Protein Content: 49.4g
Ingredients:
- 4 cups dried black beans
- 1 1/4 cups water (for soaking beans)
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 red onions, diced
- 1 cup okra, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 scallion, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Soak beans overnight in water. |
| 2 | The beans will double in volume. |
| 3 | Discard water and fill with new water to the same level. |
| 4 | Add onion, garlic, and cumin. Simmer beans for one hour or until liquid is mostly absorbed and beans are semi-soft. |
| 5 | If all liquid evaporates before beans are cooked, add water (at least 1/2 inch above beans). |
| 6 | Add red pepper, okra, and tomatoes. Continue to simmer for 15 minutes. |
| 7 | Finally, add sliced chicken, scallions, basil, and cilantro. |
| 8 | Pull off heat and let chicken braise in the stew without any heat for approximately 10 minutes. |
| 9 | Serve when chicken is cooked and tender. |
Cooking Time:
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Recipe Notes:
- Soaking Beans: Soaking the black beans overnight helps to soften them and reduce cooking time.
- Vegetable Variation: Feel free to customize the stew by adding your favorite vegetables such as bell peppers, carrots, or spinach.
- Spice Adjustment: Adjust the amount of ground cumin and cracked black pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Chicken Tenderizing: Allowing the chicken to braise in the stew without heat ensures that it becomes tender and absorbs the flavors of the stew.
This Portuguese Black Bean Chicken Stew is a delightful combination of textures and flavors, making it a satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or simply craving a comforting bowl of stew, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!
