Description
Pollo Guisado is a comforting, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce. This traditional recipe showcases vibrant colors and delightful spices, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. With its simplicity and versatility, Pollo Guisado pairs beautifully with rice or tortillas, ensuring a satisfying meal that warms the heart and brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup sofrito (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces; rinse and pat dry.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sofrito; cook for two minutes until fragrant.
- Incorporate chicken pieces with cumin and oregano; brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in tomato sauce and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and let simmer on low heat for 30 minutes. Garnish with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Latin
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg