Pressure Cooker Bobó de Frango (Brazilian Chicken Stew)
Pressure Cooker Bobó de Frango is rich and velvety, with tender chicken and silky cassava bathed in coconut milk and a hint of dendê oil for a warm, nutty depth. Bright cilantro and tomato lift the creamy base, while lime brings gentle freshness. It’s a comforting choice for cool evenings or an inviting centerpiece for a casual dinner with friends.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pressure Cooker Bobó de Frango (Brazilian Chicken Stew), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 47 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 19
- Heart Health
- 60
- Metabolic
- 20
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 45
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Season the chicken with salt and lime juice, then set it aside to marinate while you prepare the vegetables.
- 2
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Saute function. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and saute the chicken tenders until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove them and set aside. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and saute the onion and bell pepper until soft and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute. Turn off the Saute function.
- 3
Return the chicken tenders to the Instant Pot. Add the chicken broth, yuca, and tomato, ensuring the chicken tenders are fully submerged in the broth. Season lightly with salt. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 35 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 4
Carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method per the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
- 5
Remove the chicken tenders, shred them with 2 forks, and set aside. Turn on the Instant Pot and select the low Saute function. Using an immersion blender, blend the stew in the pot. Add the coconut milk and table cream while blending. Season with salt and stir in the shredded chicken, chopped cilantro, and palm oil.
- 6
Serve, garnished with additional cilantro.
- Calories 412.61 kcal High 21%
- Protein 22.49 g Good Source 45%
- Carbohydrate 39.87 g 15%
- Total Fat 18.55 g High 24%
- Saturated Fat 22.58 g High 113%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 100.25 mg High 33%
- Sodium 516.67 mg High 22%
- Dietary Fiber 2.06 g Low Source 7%
- Total Sugars 8.11 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 212.01 mg Moderate 16%
- Iron 0.94 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 592.91 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin A 159.56 mcg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin C 23.52 mg Good Source 26%
- Vitamin D 2.06 mcg Moderate 10%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Pressure Cooker Bobó de Frango (Brazilian Chicken Stew) is a Brazilian dinner recipe made with 15 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 20 mins, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cassava, Chicken Tenderloin, Coconut Milk, and Cultured Cream. Each serving provides about 412.61 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pressure Cooker Bobó de Frango (Brazilian Chicken Stew)?
- It is a Brazilian stew recipe made with 15 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Pressure Cooker Bobó de Frango (Brazilian Chicken Stew) made of?
- The main ingredients are Cassava, Chicken Tenderloin, Coconut Milk, Cultured Cream, Diced Tomatoes. The full list of 15 is above.
- What goes well with Pressure Cooker Bobó de Frango (Brazilian Chicken Stew)?
- Explore these Brazilian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Bobó de Frango (Brazilian Chicken Stew)?
- About 1 hr 20 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 412.61 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pressure Cooker Bobó de Frango (Brazilian Chicken Stew) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Pressure Cooker Bobó de Frango (Brazilian Chicken Stew) healthy?
- Pressure Cooker Bobó de Frango (Brazilian Chicken Stew) has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 412.61 calories and 22.49 g of protein, or 45% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 516.67 mg (22% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 22.58 g (113% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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