Pollo Guisado

Pollo guisado is a warming, homey chicken stew popular across Latin America. This Puerto Rican version is made with olives, tomatoes, potatoes, sofrito and spices.

Calories

170

Carbohydrates

46g

Protein

10g

Potassium

591mg

Fiber

5g

Sugar

1g

Ingredients

3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 sachets Goya Sazon with coriander and annatto
1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives, optional
2 bay leaves

Direction

In a large bowl, reusable container with lid or resealable plastic bag, combine 1 tablespoon oil and seasonings. Add chicken and turn to coat; cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet, add chicken. Cook until browned, 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet; set aside. Stir in onion, green pepper, tomatoes, potatoes and cilantro. Cook and stir 3-4 minutes. Add stock, tomato sauce, olives, if desired, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer. Return chicken to the pan.
Cover; cook until chicken is tender and internal temperature reaches 165°, 45-60 minutes. Discard bay leaves; if desired, top with addition fresh cilantro.