Pollo Guisado
Pollo guisado is the ultimate comfort food, enveloping you in its tender chicken and aromatic sauce. This one-pot wonder combines juicy chicken thighs with vibrant veggies, simmered in a rich, flavorful tomato-based gravy. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive occasions, it’s a dish that brings family together around the table, creating cherished memories and satisfied taste buds. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, you’ll want to make this recipe a regular in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Latin
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop onions, bell peppers, and garlic.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear seasoned chicken thighs until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes per side).
- Add chopped onions, bell peppers, and garlic to the pot; sauté until softened (approximately 5 minutes).
- Pour in tomato sauce and chicken broth; stir in cumin and oregano.
- Bring to a gentle boil; reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 30 minutes until flavors meld.
- Adjust seasoning before serving with rice or warm tortillas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg