Poulet Vanille Avec Bananes Plantains (vanilla-spiced Chicken With Plantains)

Poulet Vanille avec Bananes Plantains, or Vanilla-Spiced Chicken with Plantains, is a traditional dish from Comorian Cuisine that combines the aromatic flavors of vanilla with savory chicken and sweet plantains. This dish is a delightful blend of sweet and savory, perfect for a special dinner or gathering.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Comorian Comorian Cuisine Chicken Plantains Vanilla
Poulet Vanille Avec Bananes Plantains (vanilla-spiced Chicken With Plantains)

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 2 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and ground cinnamon.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken thighs and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
  4. Add the sliced plantains to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Scrape the seeds from the vanilla bean and add them to the skillet, along with the split vanilla bean.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  7. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the plantains are tender.
  8. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
  9. Remove the vanilla bean before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large skillet Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Poulet Vanille avec Bananes Plantains with steamed rice or couscous for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra flavor boost, marinate the chicken thighs in the vanilla bean seeds and a splash of olive oil for 30 minutes before cooking.

Cost

$15