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Pollo Chuco

Cultural Context

Originating from Honduras, Pollo Chuco is a beloved street food that showcases the vibrant flavors of Central American cuisine. Traditionally enjoyed as a hearty meal, it reflects the country's culinary heritage with its use of fresh ingredients and spices. Today, Pollo Chuco has gained popularity beyond its borders, inspiring variations across Latin America.

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4 servings
Servings4
5-6 limes (for washing chicken before marinating)
2 pounds of chicken pieces with skin and bone (breast and thigh)
2 tablespoons mustard
2 tablespoons Knorr Chicken Bouillon diluted in about 1.5 cups of warm water
vegetable oil for frying
about 1 cup of wheat flour for breading the chicken
green plantain, peeled and sliced for frying
½ head of white cabbage, finely shredded
2 small carrots, grated
salt and pepper to taste
a couple of tablespoons of white vinegar
3-4 tomatoes, diced
1 green chili, diced
½ white onion, diced
juice of a couple of limes
salt and cumin to taste
cilantro or culantro, chopped to taste
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon mustard
1.5 tablespoons ketchup
2-3 tablespoons whole milk (to desired consistency)
1

Marinate chicken with lime juice, garlic, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and salt for at least 30 minutes.

2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

3

Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

4

Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

5

In the same skillet, add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

6

Add diced tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 3-5 minutes.

7

Return chicken to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables.

8

Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.

9

Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.

10

Warm corn tortillas in a separate pan until pliable.

11

Assemble tacos by placing chicken mixture on tortillas.

12

Top with avocado, cilantro, sour cream, and cheese.

13

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milkeggs

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