This is my mothers favorite dish..i dont like this dish.but when i think of it, i knew i can use this this to make a blog..

an here is to start on how to cook chicken afritada..here is the procedure for those who do not know how to cook this..

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INGREDIENTS:

• 1- 1/2 lbs chicken, cut into serving size
• 1 large potatoes, chunks
• 1 large carrot, chunks
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chunks
• 1 medium onion, chunks
• 1/4 cup green peas
• 4 gloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 can (8oz) tomato sauce 
• 1 1/4 cup water
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• salt to taste
• 3 tbsp cooking oil 

*** This batch is only good for 3 people. Use the whole can of tomato sauce, add more vegetables and add 1 cup water if you're cooking for more.

HOW TO COOK CHICKEN AFRITADA:

• Heat cooking oil in a pan or wok. 
• Saute potatoes, carrots and bell pepper. Set aside. 
• Using the same pan, saute garlic & onion. 
• Add the chicken***. Simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. (requires occasional stirring).
• Add the fish sauce and cook for 3 minutes. 
• Add water when it starts to dry up. Bring to a boil.
• Add the tomato sauce. Let it simmer. 
• Add all the vegetables. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
• Remove from heat & transfer to a serving bowl.
• Serve with hot steamed white rice.

You can also boil the chicken and use the chicken stock instead of water.