Acapulco Chicken (En Escabeche) Recipe

Name: Acapulco Chicken (En Escabeche) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. Unsalted chicken broth defatted; 1 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil; 2 tsp Grnd cumin; 2 Tbsp. Pickling spice; 1/2 x Red bell pepper sliced; 1 lb Boneless chicken breast halves; 1/2 x Yellow bell pepper sliced; 2 Tbsp. Chopped jalapeno chili with seeds; 1 x Onion, halved thinly sliced; 1/3 c. Rice wine vinegar; 1/4 c. Fresh cilantro leaves; 3 lrg Garlic cloves chopped

Servings: persons

2 c. Unsalted chicken broth defatted
1 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp Grnd cumin
2 Tbsp. Pickling spice
1/2 x Red bell pepper sliced
1 lb Boneless chicken breast halves
1/2 x Yellow bell pepper sliced
2 Tbsp. Chopped jalapeno chili with seeds
1 x Onion, halved thinly sliced
1/3 c. Rice wine vinegar
1/4 c. Fresh cilantro leaves
3 lrg Garlic cloves chopped

1
Baked (no oil) tortilla chipsBoil broth and pickling spice in heavy large saucepan ten min.
2
Strain and return liquid to saucepan.
3
Add in chicken, onion, vinegar, garlic, oil and cumin to pan.
4
Simmer over very low heat till chicken is just cooked through, about ten min.
5
Transfer chicken and onions to shallow dish.
6
Top with bell peppers and chopped chilli.
7
Boil cooking liquid till reduced to 2/3 c, about ten min.
8
Pour liquid over chicken and let cold 30 min.
9
Add in cilantro to chicken mix.
10
Cover and chill till well chilled, turning chicken occasionally, about 4 hrs (can be prepared one day ahead).
11
Slice chicken and transfer to plates.
12
Top with marinated vegetables and some of the juices.
13
Pass tortilla chips to use as

564

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. Unsalted chicken broth defatted, 1 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil, 2 tsp Grnd cumin, 2 Tbsp. Pickling spice, and more.

Yes, Acapulco Chicken (En Escabeche) Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!