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Fricase De Pollo Puerto Rico Recipe

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Fricase De Pollo Puerto Rico Recipe
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Description

Fricase de Pollo is a classic Puerto Rican stew that is made with chicken, potatoes, olives, and a flavorful tomato-based sauce. This dish is known for its rich, savory flavor and tender, juicy chicken. It is a popular meal in Puerto Rican households and is often served with rice and beans.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds of chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 cup of olive oil
  • 1/2 cup of sofrito (a mixture of onions, peppers, and garlic)
  • 1 can of tomato sauce
  • 1 cup of chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup of pimento-stuffed olives
  • 1/2 cup of capers
  • 2 potatoes, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon of adobo seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon of oregano
  • 1/4 cup of white vinegar

Equipment

  • A large pot
  • A wooden spoon
  • A knife
  • A cutting board

Method

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the sofrito and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken to the pot and brown on all sides.
  4. Add the tomato sauce, chicken broth, olives, capers, potatoes, adobo seasoning, oregano, and vinegar to the pot.
  5. Stir to combine all of the ingredients.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
  7. Simmer the fricase de pollo for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  8. Uncover the pot and continue to simmer for an additional 15 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  9. Serve hot with rice and beans.

Notes

Be sure to use a heavy-bottomed pot to prevent the fricase de pollo from burning. You can also add additional vegetables to the recipe, such as carrots or bell peppers, for added flavor and nutrition.

Nutrition Info

This recipe serves approximately 6 people and has the following nutritional information per serving:
  • Calories: 540
  • Protein: 40g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fat: 33g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg
  • Sodium: 1570mg
  • Potassium: 900mg
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Vitamin A: 10%
  • Vitamin C: 45%
  • Calcium: 8%
  • Iron: 25%

Recipe Tips

To make this recipe even easier, you can use pre-made sofrito that is available in many grocery stores. You can also make this recipe in a slow cooker by browning the chicken and sautéing the sofrito in a pan before adding everything to the slow cooker and cooking on low for 6-8 hours. Finally, be sure to taste the fricase de pollo before serving and adjust the seasoning as needed to suit your tastes. Enjoy!

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