Chicken Tinola

Ingredients

• •1 kg chicken, cut into serving pieces
• •2 tbsp vegetable oil
• •1 medium onion, chopped
• •3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 thumb-sized ginger, sliced
• •1 medium green papaya, peeled and cubed
• •6 cups chicken broth or water
• •2-3 cups of leafy vegetables (e.g., spinach or malunggay)
• •Salt and pepper to taste
• •1-2 green chili peppers (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and sliced ginger. Sauté until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the chicken pieces, cooking until they turn white.

4. 4

   Pour in the chicken broth (or water) and bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Add cubed green papaya and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until tender.

6. 6

   Stir in the leafy vegetables and season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. 7

   If using, add the green chili peppers for extra flavor.

8. 8

   Serve hot and enjoy as a comforting soup.