Description
Pollo Guisado is a delicious, comforting chicken stew that transports you straight to family gatherings filled with laughter and love. This dish features tender bone-in chicken thighs simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce infused with fresh vegetables and vibrant spices. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive occasions, Pollo Guisado is served best over fluffy rice or with warm tortillas, making every bite a celebration of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add chicken thighs, garlic, and bell peppers; cook until golden brown.
- Stir in diced tomatoes (with juices), chicken broth, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Bring to a gentle boil; reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 40-45 minutes until the chicken is tender.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the dish and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Latino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken for at least an hour for enhanced flavor. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables like carrots or zucchini for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days and reheat gently on the stove.