Chicken Stew With Cucuzza

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4

Tasty and Healthy Chicken Stew With Cucuzza Recipe

by The Chefin Stew

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

381

Sugar

Fat

25g

Chicken Stew With Cucuzza is a hearty and healthy stew that combines tender chicken with the delicious flavor of cucuzza squash. Cucuzza, also known as bottle gourd, is a long, green squash that is commonly used in Mediterranean and Italian cuisine. It has a mild, slightly sweet flavor and a firm texture that holds up well in stews. This recipe is easy to make and is perfect for a cold winter evening. The chicken is browned and then simmered in chicken broth with chunks of cucuzza squash until they are tender and flavorful. It's a one-pot meal that is sure to please the whole family.

Instructions

1.	Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2.	Add 1 large sweet onion and cook until it's slightly translucent.
3.	Add 6 skinless chicken thighs and let them cook for about 5 minutes, until they're browned on one side.
4.	Turn the chicken over and cook for another 5 minutes or so, until they're browned on the other side.
5.	Add 1 cup of chicken broth, cover the pot, and let the chicken cook for another 10 minutes.
6.	Add 1 large cucuzza that has been cut into large chunks and stir it in with the chicken.
7.	Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let everything simmer for another 10-15 minutes, until the cucuzza is tender.
8.	Before serving, garnish with a bunch of fresh basil leaves.

PROS

This chicken stew is an excellent source of protein and fiber, which can help with weight loss and maintaining healthy muscle mass.

Cucuzza squash is rich in antioxidants and vitamins A and C, which can help improve your immune system and overall health.

It’s a one-pot meal that is easy to make and perfect for a cold winter evening.

CONS

Chicken thighs are higher in fat than chicken breasts, so this recipe may not be the best choice for those on a low-fat diet.

Cucuzza squash is not always available in grocery stores, so it may be difficult to find.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is rich in protein and fiber, which can help with weight loss and maintaining healthy muscle mass.
The cucuzza squash in this recipe is a great source of antioxidants and vitamins A and C, which can help improve your immune system and overall health. The basil used in this recipe is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

	2 tablespoons olive oil
	1 large sweet onion
	6 skinless chicken thighs
	1 cup chicken broth
	1 large cucuzza , cut in large chunks
	1 bunch fresh basil ( about 12 leaves )