This satisfying dish has a depth of flavor that belies its short ingredient list.

Sazon seasoning typically includes coriander, cumin and oreganolook for one that also has achiote (annatto).

The ground seeds of the evergreen Bixa orellana shrub, achiote gives the dish a bright orange hue.

Peanut-Achiote Chicken & Vegetables

Photo: Leigh Beisch

These blends, along with jarred sofrito, can be found with other Latin ingredients at most grocery stores.

Nestle chicken into the mixture.

Add carrots and potatoes, pressing them into the mixture.

Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board.

Discard the bay leaf.

Shred the chicken; discard the bones.

Stir the chicken into the stew.

To make ahead

Refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Equipment

6-qt.

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