Pollo Guisado
Pollo guisado is a flavorful chicken stew that brings warmth and comfort to any meal. Tender chicken thighs simmer in a rich sauce infused with garlic, onions, and spices, creating an aromatic dish that evokes family gatherings and festive celebrations. Perfectly paired with rice or warm tortillas, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and chopping the vegetables.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown; remove from the pot.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and bell peppers for 4-5 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes with their juices, then return the seared chicken to the pot.
- Add chicken broth, cumin, and oregano; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper; simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg