Hearty Tomato Stew Made with Leftover Chicken
Hearty Tomato Stew Made with Leftover Chicken
Tomato Stew/Leftover Chicken Tomato Dish
I had a few pieces of leftover fried chicken from a delivery. I decided to make a tomato stew with some tomatoes, which also helped use up some slightly wilted tomatoes from the fridge. The result was a delicious dish!
Main Ingredients- Leftover chicken pieces: 7 (meat only, bones removed)
- Tomatoes: 200g (about 2 medium)
- Potato: 1 medium
- Onion: 1/4
- Carrot: 40g
- Whole garlic cloves: 5
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare your leftover chicken. If there are any bones, carefully remove the meat and set it aside. (Tip: Often, only breast meat is left, but don’t worry! Any part of the chicken meat can be used deliciously.)
Step 2
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly. To make peeling easier, make a small cross-shaped cut on the top of each tomato. Blanch them in boiling water with a pinch of salt for about 1 minute. Then, transfer to cold water and gently peel off the skin.
Step 3
Let’s prepare the other vegetables. Get your potato, onion, carrot, and whole garlic cloves ready. You can also have your ketchup handy for convenience.
Step 4
Peel one medium-sized potato and cut it into large cubes. This size will provide a nice texture in the stew.
Step 5
Similarly, dice the onion into large pieces, similar in size to the potato cubes. This will make for a visually appealing and well-cooked stew.
Step 6
Carrots are a bit firmer than potatoes or onions. Even though they are diced, cut them slightly smaller than the potato cubes to ensure they cook at a similar rate.
Step 7
Slice the 5 whole garlic cloves thinly. If you love garlic flavor, you can leave them whole. If you prefer a milder garlic taste, feel free to mince them.
Step 8
Heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté gently until fragrant, infusing the oil with garlic aroma. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 9
Once the garlic is fragrant, add the diced onion, potato, and carrot to the pan. Sauté them together. The aroma of the sautéing vegetables will be wonderful and enticing.
Step 10
When the vegetables are well-fragrant from sautéing, add the prepared chicken meat. Stir-fry everything together again. (Tip: If you add cooked rice at this stage and stir-fry, it can also turn into a delicious fried rice!)
Step 11
Add the peeled tomatoes to the pan. Reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover with a lid, and let it simmer gently until the ingredients are cooked through. The tomatoes will break down and form the base of the sauce.
Step 12
Since it’s simmering on low heat, the bottom might stick. Occasionally lift the lid and stir gently with a spatula to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
Step 13
When the liquid has reduced and the stew is slightly thickened, stir in 3 tablespoons of ketchup. Mix well to combine, adding a touch of sweet and tangy flavor. This ketchup will enhance the overall taste.
Step 14
Finally, season with a dash of pepper to your liking and turn off the heat. The combination of the ingredients’ natural flavors and the ketchup is truly delightful.
Step 15
Your delicious tomato stew made with leftover chicken is now ready! Serve it with warm dinner rolls or baguette slices, perfect for dipping into the rich sauce. Enjoy this wonderful meal. *^^*
