Pollo con Tajadas
Pollo con tajadas is a deliciously vibrant dish featuring tender marinated chicken served alongside crispy fried plantains. This mouthwatering combination of savory and sweet flavors creates an unforgettable culinary experience that’s perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare, this recipe will have everyone at the table asking for seconds, making it a must-try for any home cook!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Latin
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 2 green plantains
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for frying)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, cumin powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they’re well-coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Peel and slice the green plantains diagonally into thick pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry plantain slices until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, add more oil if needed and place marinated chicken thighs skin-side down. Cook until browned (approximately 6-8 minutes on each side) until fully cooked through.
- Place fried plantains alongside or atop the chicken in a serving dish and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg