How to Make Pollo Guisado : Caribbean Cooking

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is nutritious, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

Start with about 2 pounds of chicken parts, typically thighs.

Season chicken with salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic powder.

Add diced tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions to the chicken.

In a bowl, combine chicken with tomato sauce, tomato paste, olives, and sofrito.

Massage and marinate the chicken parts in the mixture.

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan.

Add the marinated chicken and sauce to the pan.

Cover and cook for about 20 to 25 minutes until the chicken is done.

Serve with yellow rice or roti naan.

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