Haitian Poulet en Sauce with Rice in Savory Tomato Sauce
Poulet en Sauce is a flavorful Haitian chicken dish simmered in a rich tomato sauce, served with rice. Prep and cook in 60 minutes.
Poulet en Sauce is a vibrant Haitian dish that celebrates bold flavors in a hearty tomato sauce. It's perfect for a comforting dinner.
Why This Recipe Works
Layered flavors: Sautéing onions and garlic builds a flavorful base for the sauce.
Rich sauce: Diced tomatoes and tomato paste create a rich, savory sauce that coats the chicken beautifully.
Perfectly cooked rice: Cooking the rice separately ensures it remains fluffy and absorbs the sauce well.
Chef's Pro Tip: Allow the chicken to simmer for a full 20 minutes to develop deeper flavors in the sauce.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
60 min
Servings
Ingredients
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Directions
- 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- 2
Add minced garlic and chopped bell pepper, stirring for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Add chicken pieces, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, cooking until chicken is browned.
- 4
Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, and oregano, simmer for 20 minutes.
- 5
In a separate pot, boil 4 cups of water and add rice, cooking according to package instructions.
- 6
Serve chicken over rice, spooning extra sauce on top for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
15g
carbs
55g
fiber
3g
sodium
450mg
protein
32g
calories
480
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