Roast chicken with vegetables

6 servings

60 minutes

Chicken stew with vegetables is a cozy dish with a deep European tradition that combines the tenderness of chicken fillet, the richness of potatoes, and the aroma of fresh vegetables. Initially, such dishes were prepared by peasants who slowly simmered meat and root vegetables in simple pots to enhance their flavor and make the meal hearty. Chicken meat infused with spices gains appetizing juiciness, while sautéed vegetables add a light sweetness and freshness to the dish. Parsley and basil bring a refreshing note, transforming the stew into a harmonious blend of textures and aromas. This dish is perfect for a family dinner – it warms, satisfies, and evokes pleasant memories of home meals. It can be served with crispy bread or a light salad, creating a complete culinary masterpiece.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 336.2
• Proteins: 34.3g
• Fats: 10.4g
• Carbohydrates: 25.7g

Ingredients

• Chicken fillet: 4 pc
• Potato: 6 pc
• Sweet pepper: 1 pc
• Tomatoes: 1 pc
• Onion: 2 pc
• Parsley: 5 sprig
• Seasoning for chicken: 1 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Vegetable oil: 50 ml
• Basil: 1 sprig

Cooking steps

1. Prepare all the main ingredients.

2. Clean the pepper, potato, and onion, wash the greens and tomato.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet pepper: 1 piece
   • Potato: 6 pieces
   • Onion: 2 pieces
   • Tomatoes: 1 piece
   • Parsley: 5 sprig

3. Wash the chicken fillet and cut it into small pieces (cubes).

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken fillet: 4 pieces

4. Potatoes should also be cut into not very large pieces.

5. Put the chopped potatoes in a pot.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 6 pieces

6. Turn on medium heat, add some vegetable oil, and fry the potatoes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 50 ml

7. Add chopped chicken to the potatoes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken fillet: 4 pieces

8. Add seasoning for the chicken and salt it.

   Required ingredients:

   • Seasoning for chicken: 1 tablespoon
   • Salt:  to taste

9. Sauté everything together over high heat for 10 minutes.

10. While the chicken and potatoes are cooking, slice the onion into half rings.

    Required ingredients:

    • Onion: 2 pieces

11. Sauté it in vegetable oil.

    Required ingredients:

    • Vegetable oil: 50 ml

12. Cut the tomato and pepper into cubes.

    Required ingredients:

    • Tomatoes: 1 piece
    • Sweet pepper: 1 piece

13. Add them to the onion.

    Required ingredients:

    • Tomatoes: 1 piece
    • Sweet pepper: 1 piece

14. Sauté the vegetable mix briefly and simmer for 10 minutes.

15. Then combine the vegetable mixture in a pot with chicken and potatoes.

16. Mix everything and taste for salt: if it's too little, add to taste.

    Required ingredients:

    • Salt:  to taste

17. After adding water to cover the stew by 2 cm, simmer covered for 15 minutes.

18. Now chop the greens.

    Required ingredients:

    • Parsley: 5 sprig
    • Basil: 1 sprig

19. Add on top in the pot.

    Required ingredients:

    • Parsley: 5 sprig
    • Basil: 1 sprig

20. Pour into portions and serve at the table.