Three Sisters Stew

Steps

1. 

   1. Slice onion half into strips. Cut strips into a small dice. Set aside in a prep bowl.

2. 

   2. Cut large butternut squash chunks into small 1-inch cubes. Set aside in a prep bowl.

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   3. Cut chicken into cubes using knife or kitchen shears.

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   4. Wash your hands thoroughly after working with raw meat.

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   5. Heat oil in pot over high heat. Add chicken in an even layer. Do not stir.

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   6. Sear chicken pieces, without stirring, until browned on one side (~5 minutes).

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   7. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in onion pieces. Cook until softened (~2 minutes).

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   8. Sprinkle in flour, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat chicken and onions.

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   9. Pour in diced tomatoes and broth. Stir, scraping any browned bits off bottom of pot.

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    10. Add squash cubes. Cover pot and cook until squash is tender (~20 minutes).

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    11. Rinse and strain black beans. Stir beans and corn into stew. Simmer until warmed (~5 mins).

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    12. Mince or scissor chop parsley. Stir into stew. Season with salt and pepper. TASTE & SHARE!