Mexican Chicken and Millet Stew

Before it gets too sweet this Halloween week, I thought I’d share a few savory dishes. I have the hardest time on trick or treat night getting my children to calm down enough to eat a real meal. What do you usually serve those anxious goblins whose minds are fixated on their impending sugar booty? I have been experimenting more and more with weird grains like amaranth, teff and millet. They are all gluten free and add a little variety to my normal rice and potato carbs. I especially like millet because it is similar to barley, with a slight nutty flavor. I have a friend who grinds it for her babies and uses it in place of commercial baby cereal. She says it is one of the most easily digested grains. Who knew, right? This hearty stew was well received by the family. When I said we were having stew for dinner, they expected a beefy carrot and potato concoction. They all enjoy Southwest flavors, so this was a pleasant change.

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