Pollo Guisado Boricua Recipe

Introduction

Ingredients

• 2 lbs of chicken thighs
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can of tomato sauce (8 oz)
• 1 can of diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the chicken and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
3. Add the onion, green and red pepper to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
5. Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, oregano, cumin, paprika, bay leaf, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
6. Return the chicken to the pot and stir to coat it with the sauce.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
8. Remove the bay leaf and serve hot with a side of white rice and beans.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 28 g
• Fat: 14 g
• Carbohydrates: 14 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 400 mg

Variations

• Add potatoes or yucca to the stew for a heartier dish.
• Use bone-in chicken for more flavor and nutrients.
• Make it spicy by adding jalapeños or hot sauce.
• Use different vegetables, such as carrots or celery, to add more nutrients and flavor.
• Make it in the slow cooker for an easy and convenient meal.

Conclusion