Pollo Guisado
Pollo guisado is a comforting Latin American chicken stew that envelops tender chicken in a rich, savory sauce infused with aromatic spices. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also fills your kitchen with delightful scents, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With its vibrant colors and heartwarming flavors, pollo guisado is an experience that brings loved ones together around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping onions, bell peppers, and garlic.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown (4-5 minutes per side).
- Add chopped onions and bell peppers; sauté until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth; scrape any bits from the pot.
- Sprinkle in cumin and oregano; bring to a simmer. Cover partially and reduce heat to low, cooking for about 30 minutes.
- Uncover and stir in fresh cilantro before serving warm over rice or with tortillas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg