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Pollo En Crema

Cultural Context

Originating from Guatemala, Pollo En Crema is a beloved dish that showcases the country's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally served at family gatherings and special occasions, this creamy chicken dish reflects a blend of indigenous and Spanish influences. Today, variations can be found across Central America, with each region adding its unique touch, making it a cherished meal for many.

GuatemalanGTmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken thighs
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup heavy cream
1 medium onion
1 cup diced carrots
1 teaspoon dried basil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken pieces

Breast is leaner, while bone-in pieces are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola is generally cheaper.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley is less pungent, while green onions add a mild onion flavor.

1

Lavar la pechuga de pollo.

2

Partir la pechuga de pollo en dos pedazos y hacer filetes finos.

3

Calentar un sartén y agregar mantequilla.

4

Agregar las pechugas de pollo al sartén caliente para freír.

5

Después de 2 minutos, agregar orégano seco y una pizca de sal, y voltear las pechugas.

6

Sofreír las pechugas hasta que estén doradas de ambos lados y luego retirarlas del sartén.

7

En el mismo sartén, agregar cebolla, brócoli y zanahoria, y saltear por 2 minutos.

8

Agregar crema de leche y un poco de albahaca seca al sartén.

9

Incorporar las pechugas de pollo nuevamente al sartén y mezclar.

10

Bajar el fuego y tapar el sartén, cocinar hasta que las verduras estén blandas.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

large skilletcutting boardknifemeasuring cupsspatula

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

dairy-freegluten-free

Also Known As

Chicken in Cream Sauce

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