This Greek Chicken Stew is Pure Comfort (Easy Arakas Recipe)

By Dimitra's Dishes · 60 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken on both sides until golden, then remove and set aside.
3. In the same pot, cook the onion in olive oil until soft and lightly golden.
4. Add the garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
5. Add the carrots and potatoes and stir to combine.
6. Pour in the tomato puree and water. Season with salt, black pepper and crushed red pepper flakes, then bring to a boil.
7. Return the chicken to the pot. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 35–40 minutes.
8. Add the peas and cook for another 20–25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is cooked through.
9. Taste and adjust the seasoning, then stir in the dill and mint. Remove from the heat and let rest for 30–45 minutes before serving.

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