Delicious Pollo Guisado
Experience the warmth of homemade pollo guisado, a traditional Latin American dish that combines tender chicken with a vibrant, savory sauce. This one-pot wonder is bursting with rich flavors from spices and fresh ingredients, making it an ideal meal for family gatherings or cozy weeknights. Serve it over rice or with warm tortillas for a satisfying feast that will make your taste buds dance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and bell pepper and mincing the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes), then add garlic and bell peppers.
- Add chicken thighs to the pot and sear until golden brown on both sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour in diced tomatoes and chicken broth, then sprinkle cumin and oregano. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed; finish with a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg