Pollo Guisado Puerto Rican Chicken Stew

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.

Make your sofrito blend and set aside.

Cut up the chicken into sections and season with homemade adobo seasoning.

Add 2 tbsp. canola oil to a large pot and heat.

Add the chicken and fry for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until light golden brown.

Add one cup of the sofrito mixture and let cook for another 3-5 minutes.

Add the packet of Goya Sazon, pimiento olives, and tomato sauce.

Add the chicken broth and enough water to cover the chicken. Stir well.

Let cook uncovered on medium low for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fork tender.

Add the potatoes and simmer on medium low until the potatoes are completely cooked.

Add salt & pepper to taste.

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