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Fricase de Pollo

Cultural Context

Fricase de Pollo is a beloved Cuban dish, often served during family gatherings and special occasions. It reflects the island's rich culinary heritage, combining Spanish influences with local ingredients. Traditionally, the dish is characterized by its tender chicken simmered in a flavorful sauce, making it a comforting meal. Today, variations can be found across Latin America, each with unique twists on the classic recipe.

CubanCUmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups water
3/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon adobo
1 teaspoon sazón completo
1 packet chicken base
1 packet culantro
1 bay leaf
1/2 white onion
3 cloves garlic
1/2 green bell pepper
1 can tomato paste
2 potatoes, quartered
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon cumin

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Chicken broth maintains flavor, while vinegar adds acidity without cost.

1

Add 2 cups of water to a pot.

2

Pour in 3/4 cup of white wine and 1/4 cup of olive oil.

3

Add 1 teaspoon of adobo and 1 teaspoon of sazón completo.

4

Mix in 1 packet of chicken base and 1 packet of culantro.

5

Add 1 bay leaf, 1/2 white onion, 3 cloves of garlic, and 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped.

6

Stir in 1 can of tomato paste and 2 quartered potatoes.

7

Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon of oregano and 1/2 teaspoon of cumin; mix everything together.

8

Cover the pot and cook on medium heat for 20 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Chicken FricasséeFricassée de Pollo

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