Pea stew with chicken

Pea dish with chicken – a simple and delicious recipe

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 45 minutes
Total time: 1 hour
Number of servings: 4

Discover the joy of a comforting meal with this pea dish recipe with chicken. The combined flavors of fresh vegetables and juicy chicken make this dish a true feast, ideal for a family dinner. Let's get started!

Ingredients:
- 500 g of fresh peas or 2 jars of canned peas
- 1 large carrot
- 3-4 ripe tomatoes
- 2 large onions
- 1 red bell pepper
- 600 g chicken (preferably wings and thighs for richer flavor)
- 2-3 tablespoons of tomato paste
- 1 bunch of fresh dill
- Olive oil (or vegetable oil of preference)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 teaspoon of sugar (if the peas are not sweet enough)

Step 1: Prepare the ingredients
Start by preparing all the ingredients. Finely chop the onion and bell pepper, and grate the carrot. You can puree the tomatoes with a blender or use a grater, being careful to remove the skin. Cut the chicken into small pieces so that it cooks evenly and absorbs the flavors from the sauce.

Step 2: Sauté the vegetables
In a large skillet or deep pot, add a few tablespoons of olive oil and heat it over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes transparent. Then, add the carrot and bell pepper and continue to sauté the mixture for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 3: Cook the chicken
Once the vegetables are sautéed, add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Sauté the chicken together with the vegetables for 5-7 minutes until it turns slightly golden. After that, pour in hot water to cover the ingredients. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4: Add the peas
After the chicken has boiled for 10-15 minutes, add the peas (if using fresh peas, make sure they are cleaned and washed). Continue to simmer the mixture on low heat, covered, for 10 minutes. Finally, add the pureed tomatoes and mix well.

Step 5: Bake the dish
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and let it bake for 20-25 minutes until the sauce reduces and becomes concentrated. At the end, add the tomato paste and finely chopped dill, stirring gently to combine the flavors.

Step 6: Serve
When the dish is ready, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. You can garnish it with fresh dill leaves for a special touch. This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of rice or mashed potatoes.

Useful tips:
- If you want to add extra flavor, you can integrate some canned peas or black olives into the recipe.
- Substitute chicken with turkey for a lighter option.
- You can experiment with spices by adding paprika or herbs like oregano or basil for a different taste.

Enjoy this pea dish with chicken, a true culinary delight that combines tradition with simplicity and the joy of family meals!

 Ingredients: Fresh peas or 2 cans of canned peas, 1 carrot, a few tomatoes, 2 onions, 1 red bell pepper, chicken (wings and thighs), tomato paste, 1 bunch of dill.

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