Poul Nan Sos (Authentic Haitian Chicken Stew) Recipe

Name: Poul Nan Sos (Authentic Haitian Chicken Stew) Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 Chicken Legs; (the skin on or off); 5 Chicken Thighs; (the skin on or off); 1 tsp. Kosher Salt; 1/2 cup Haitian Epis; 4 Tbsp Canola Oil; (Vegetable oil, or peanut oil will work. ); 4 Cloves Garlic; (crushed or smashed in mortar and pestle); 3 ½ Cups Water (boiling); 2 Lemons Or Limes (juice squeezed then reserve the lemons or limes); 6 tbsp tomato paste; (Or half of a 12 Oz. can ); 1 Bell Pepper; (Sliced and seeds removed. You can also mix the bell peppers for a vibrant color. ); 6 Sprigs Fresh Parsley; 5-6 Sprigs Fresh Thyme; 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar; Salt and Pepper To Taste; 1 Medium Yellow Onion; (Cut in half: Half sliced and half diced)

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:1h

The secret to perfect poul nan sos (Haitian chicken stew) all lies in the layer of flavor that's added to the stew. Learn why making this stew at home is a total game changer. This poulet en sauce is rich and is filled with amazing flavors. A rich and robust Authentic Haitian Chicken Stew that's simmered to perfection.

Updated at: Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:22:44 GMT