Romanian Chicken Stew (Ostropel de Pui)

Thermomix recipe: Romanian Chicken Stew (Ostropel de Pui). Ready in 55 minutes. Serves 4. Step-by-step Thermomix instructions on Chef Amai.

Ingredients

• 1 large onion (approx. 150 g), peeled and quartered
• 4-5 cloves garlic (approx. 20 g), peeled
• 30 g olive oil
• 600 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 3-4 cm pieces
• 400 g canned diced tomatoes
• 50 g tomato paste
• 200 g chicken stock or water
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1-2 tbsp white wine vinegar or lemon juice
• 20 g fresh parsley, chopped
• 10 g fresh dill, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Add onion and garlic to the mixing bowl. Chop 5 sec / Speed 5. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
2. Add olive oil to the mixing bowl. Sauté 5 min / 120°C / Speed 1. Remove the measuring cup and place the simmering basket on the lid to prevent splatter and allow for some evaporation.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken stock (or water), bay leaf, salt, and pepper to the mixing bowl. Cook 5 min / 100°C / Speed 1. Place the simmering basket on the lid.
4. Add the chicken thigh pieces to the mixing bowl. Cook 25 min / 95°C / Speed 2 / Reverse. Ensure the simmering basket is placed on the lid.
5. Pause the machine, carefully remove the lid, and scrape down the sides and bottom of the mixing bowl with the spatula. Check the consistency and ensure chicken is submerged. If needed, add a splash more stock or water. Continue cooking if necessary, adjusting time.
6. Add white wine vinegar (or lemon juice), chopped fresh parsley, and dill (if using) to the mixing bowl. Cook 2 min / 90°C / Speed 1 / Reverse. Ensure the simmering basket is placed on the lid.
7. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Serve hot with polenta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

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