Description
Discover the warmth of pollo guisado, a delightful chicken stew simmered to perfection with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables. This easy-to-make dish combines tender chicken thighs with a rich tomato sauce, bringing comfort and flavor to your table. Ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings, each bite wraps you in nostalgia and love. Experience the magic of home-cooked meals with this delicious recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium tomato sauce
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and chop all your ingredients.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add chopped onion and bell peppers; sautΓ© for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add chicken thighs to the skillet; sear until golden brown on all sides (about 8 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, oregano, and bay leaves; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the tomato sauce, mix well, reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Latin
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken thighs for at least an hour before cooking. Feel free to replace bell peppers with your favorite vegetables or add olives for an extra twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently with a splash of broth if needed.