Chicken with Bell Pepper Sauce and Honey
To prepare a delicious and flavorful side dish, I started by preparing the vegetables. I chose a fresh carrot, colorful peppers, and a meaty onion that I carefully sliced into thin rounds to ensure even cooking and a pleasant texture. Then, I heated a deep pan, adding high-quality olive oil and allowing it to warm gently. When the oil began to sizzle, I added the sliced vegetables, mixing them well to coat them in a uniform layer of oil. To this, I also added grated parsley, which will add a sweet aroma and a note of freshness.
After the vegetables sautéed for about 5-7 minutes until the onion became translucent, I sprinkled salt and freshly ground pepper, as well as vegetable concentrate to enhance the flavor. I let the mixture soften well, stirring occasionally for the flavors to combine. When the vegetables began to become tender, I poured hot water into the pan, letting everything come to a boil. Then, I added the rice, stirring to distribute it evenly in the liquid. I reduced the heat to low and covered the pan, allowing the rice to simmer until it absorbed all the water, becoming soft and fluffy.
In the meantime, I prepared the chicken meat, cutting it into suitable pieces. I heated another pan with olive oil and added the meat, letting it fry until it developed a beautiful golden crust. Adding diced bell peppers, I continued to fry everything, adding salt and pepper to balance the flavors. A splash of honey was added to provide a hint of sweetness that would contrast beautifully with the spices. I let the mixture cook well, stirring occasionally and adding a splash of water to prevent burning.
Finally, I incorporated the sour cream, which will add creaminess and a rich flavor to the dish. I let everything simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes for the flavors to blend perfectly. The side dish is now ready to be served alongside the chicken, and the result promises to be an explosion of flavors and textures, perfect for an unforgettable meal. Enjoy your meal!
Ingredients: For the garnish: 1 cup rice, 1 carrot, 1/2 parsnip root, 2 onions, 2 red bell peppers, 6 cups water, salt, pepper, 1 tbsp vegetable concentrate, 2 tbsp olive oil. For the sauce: half a chicken, 2 sweet peppers, 2 tbsp honey, 3 tbsp sour cream, salt, pepper, 3 tbsp olive oil.
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