Nilaga Filipino Chicken Stew
Warm, comforting, and brimming with traditional flavors, Nilaga Filipino Chicken Stew is the ultimate one-pot meal perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings. This easy-to-make dish features tender, bone-in chicken simmered with hearty potatoes, carrots, green beans, and cabbage in a light, flavorful broth infused with fish sauce, garlic, and black peppercorns. With just 15 minutes of prep and straightforward steps, this wholesome soup is not only delicious but also a great way to enjoy a nutritious, vegetable-forward meal. Serve it piping hot with a side of steamed white rice, and let its simple yet rich flavors transport you to the heart of Filipino cuisine. Ideal for those seeking authentic Filipino recipes or satisfying chicken stew ideas, Nilaga is comfort food at its finest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken (bone-in, thighs or drumsticks preferred)
- 8 cups water
- 1 medium, sliced onion
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp black peppercorns
- 2 medium, peeled and quartered potatoes
- 2 medium, peeled and cut into chunks carrots
- 1 cup, trimmed green beans
- 1 small, quartered cabbage
- 1 tsp (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.5 tsp (optional, for additional seasoning) ground black pepper
Instructions
In a large pot, combine the chicken and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.
Lower the heat to a simmer. Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, fish sauce, and black peppercorns. Cover and let simmer for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
Add the quartered potatoes and carrots to the pot. Continue simmering for another 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are partially tender.
Add the green beans and cabbage. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until all the vegetables are fully cooked and tender.
Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with salt as needed. If desired, add a pinch of ground black pepper for an extra kick.
Serve the Nilaga hot, with steamed white rice on the side. Enjoy this hearty and flavorful Filipino stew!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2761 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.2 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.8 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 844 mg | 281% | |
| Sodium | 6003 mg | 261% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.8 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.6 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 264.6 g | 529% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 487 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 5454 mg | 116% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
