Asopao De Pollo (Traditional Chicken Asopao) Recipe

Name: Asopao De Pollo (Traditional Chicken Asopao)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 10 chicken thighs, skinned (about 3 pounds); 3 tablespoons annatto oil or 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 cups sofrito sauce, See Sofrito; 1 cup diced plum tomato; 1 1/2 cups uncooked medium grain rice; 2/3 cup dry white wine; 3 ounces diced lean ham; 1 (4 1/2 ounce) bottle alcaparrado, drained (*see note, or 3/4 cup pitted green olives and 1/4 cup capers); 4 cups water; 1 (15 3/4 ounce) can reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth; 1 cup frozen green pea, thawed; pimiento, drained and cut in strips, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3 garlic cloves, minced
10 chicken thighs, skinned (about 3 pounds)
3 tablespoons annatto oil or 3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups sofrito sauce, See Sofrito
1 cup diced plum tomato
1 1/2 cups uncooked medium grain rice
2/3 cup dry white wine
3 ounces diced lean ham
1 (4 1/2 ounce) bottle alcaparrado, drained (*see note, or 3/4 cup pitted green olives and 1/4 cup capers)
4 cups water
1 (15 3/4 ounce) can reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1 cup frozen green pea, thawed
pimiento, drained and cut in strips, for garnish

1
*Note:alcaparrado is a mixture of whole green olives, pimentos, and capers; look for it in the Latin section of the supermarket or in Latino markets such as Goya.
2
Combine the first 5 ingredients in a small bowl.
3
Sprinkle chicken with the oregano mixture.
4
Heat Annatto Oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Add the chicken; cook 8 minutes, turning once.
6
Reduce heat to medium.
7
Add Sofrito and tomato; cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
8
Add rice, wine, ham, and alcaparrado; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
9
Add the water and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
10
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
11
Stir in the peas, and cook for 5 minutes or until the rice is tender.
12
Garnish and serve.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Asopao De Pollo (Traditional Chicken Asopao) 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.

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Asopao De Pollo (Traditional Chicken Asopao)

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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