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Kinamatisang Manok

Kinamatisang Manok is a comforting Filipino chicken stew that combines tangy tomatoes with savory chicken. It's perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 kg chicken cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 1-2 green chili peppers optional

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, followed by the minced garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until lightly browned.
  3. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
  4. Add the water and bring to a boil.
  5. Stir in the fish sauce, ground black pepper, and salt to taste.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes.
  7. If using, add the green chili peppers during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
  8. Before serving, taste the stew and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Notes

Serve with steamed rice or enjoy on its own.