Hearty Pressure Cooker Chicken Stew

This hearty chicken stew, made using a pressure cooker, brings together tender chicken pieces and a medley of vegetables in a flavorful broth. Perfect for a cozy meal, this stew is made easy with the convenience of a pressure cooker, allowing you to enjoy a delicious dish with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

🍗 2 chicken breasts, cut into cubes
🧅 1 medium-sized onion, chopped
🌶️ 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
🌶️ 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
🧄 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
🌿 Cilantro, as much as desired, roughly chopped
🥔 3 potatoes, cubed
🥄 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon
🌿 1 packet of Sazón
🌶️ 1 teaspoon cumin
🧂 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🛢️ 1 tablespoon oil
💧 2 cups of water

Instructions

1- Prepare the Chicken:

Add oil to the pressure cooker and heat it up.
Add the cubed chicken breasts to the cooker, sprinkle with a little salt, and pour in 1 cup of water.
Secure the lid of the pressure cooker. Set it to the 'chicken' setting and reduce the time to 25 minutes.
Once done, press cancel and perform a quick release to let out the pressure.

2- Add Vegetables and Spices:

Open the pressure cooker and add the chopped onion, garlic, green and red bell peppers, cilantro, and cubed potatoes.
Stir in the chicken bouillon, Sazón, cumin, black pepper, salt, and an additional cup of water.

3- Finalize Cooking:

Secure the pressure cooker lid again and set it to pressure cook for another 10 minutes.
Once the cycle is complete, press cancel and do another quick release.

4- Serve:

Carefully open the lid, give the stew a good mix, and taste for seasoning adjustments.
Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes (25 minutes for chicken + 10 minutes for stew)
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 350 per serving
Nutritional Breakdown per Serving:

Proteins: 30g
Fats: 10g
Carbohydrates: 40g

Equipment:

Pressure cooker
Chopping board
Knife

Cooking Tips:

Ensure to perform a quick release after each cooking segment for optimal texture.
Add more water if you prefer the stew to be more brothy.
Adjust seasonings to taste before serving.

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Pressure Cooker Hearty Chicken Stew