Low-carb chicken sancocho - Latin American Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 cup avocado oil
• 4 oz. celery root, peeled and chopped
• 5 oz. chayote or zucchini, peeled and chopped
• 4 1/4 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 red onion, chopped
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp annatto or paprika powder
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 3 oz. red bell peppers
• 7 oz. zucchini, chopped
• 1/8 tsp xanthan gum
• 1/3 oz. fresh cilantro, minced
• 2 limes for serving
• 1 tbsp hot sauce, or to taste (optional)