How To Make Fricase De Pollo
Rich in hearty spices, this Fricase de Pollo or Cuban chicken stew serves a filling dish, using juicy chicken thighs in a rich tomato sauce.
Ingredients
- 2½ lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1½ tbsp olive oil
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 1½ lbs fingerling potatoes
- 5 oz green olive, with pimento, sliced, drained
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ tsp oregano flakes
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 1¼ cups chicken broth
- ½ tsp salt
- black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Remove any excess fat from the thighs. Salt and pepper the chicken.
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Bring a large pot to medium-high heat and sear the chicken in batches for 4 minutes on one side and 2 minutes on the other. Set chicken aside on a plate.
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Reduce heat to medium and add onions and peppers. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until veggies are soft.
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Add garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant.
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Add green olives, potatoes, all spices, tomato sauce, and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook covered for 15 minutes.
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Add chicken and any juices to the pot. Cover and cook for 30 minutes or until potatoes are done, stirring occasionally.
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Add salt to taste. Serve and enjoy!
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