Chicken Caldereta Recipe

Discover the rich flavors of this Chicken Caldereta recipe, a Filipino chicken stew simmered in a delicious tomato-based sauce. Perfect for any family gathering!

Why You Should Make Chicken Caldereta

Chicken Caldereta is a fantastic dish to try because it’s packed with rich and savory flavors.

The combination of tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a flavorful tomato-based sauce makes it a comforting and satisfying meal. 

Plus, it’s versatile and can be adjusted to suit your taste preferences. It’s also a great dish to impress family and friends with its delicious taste and vibrant presentation.

This dish is so good and filling that you will have so much leftovers to eat for the next few days after your family dinner.

its caldereta is a filipino classic traditionally cooked dish that isn’t hard to make.

Ingredients:

• 1 kg chicken, cut into serving pieces
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup liver spread or liver pâté
• 1/4 cup green peas
• 1/4 cup grated cheese
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions on How to Cook Chicken Caldereta:

1.  Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and sauté until they become fragrant and translucent.
2.  Add chicken pieces to the cooking pot until they are lightly browned on all sides. make sure you clean the chicken and dry it with a paper towel. make sure this is all done on a lower heat.
3. Pour in the soy sauce and add tomato sauce. Stir to coat the chicken evenly.
4. Add the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer until chicken is cooked for about 15 minutes.
5. Add liver spread or liver pâté ( or liver paste) until it is well incorporated into the sauce.
6. Add potatoes and carrots to the pot. Cook for another 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender
7.  Add bell peppers, green peas, and grated cheese. Stir well to combine.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste you can add in a little bit of chili pepper flakes if you want to give it a little kick. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
9. Serve hot over steamed rice. if you want to store this for later make sure you keep it in a airtight container in the refrigerator.

Enjoy your Chicken Caldereta!

Tips for Making This Chicken Caldereta Recipe

1. you can use type of chicken meat or meat you like. ( chicken thighs, chicken that has bone-in it, goat meat and beef)
2. if you want to give this dish a kick add in a little bit of spicy tomato paste 
3. you can use marinated chicken if you have some already made
4. make sure that the chickens is tender 

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