Pollo Borracho (Cuban) Recipe

Name: Pollo Borracho (Cuban)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 -5 lbs whole chickens, cut into 8 serving pieces; salt; pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 cup olive oil, Spanish; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 large onion, thickly sliced; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1/2 cup light rum; 3/4 cup large green Spanish olives, unpitted

Servings: persons

4 -5 lbs whole chickens, cut into 8 serving pieces
salt
pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup olive oil, Spanish
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 large onion, thickly sliced
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup light rum
3/4 cup large green Spanish olives, unpitted

1
Wash the chicken pieces, pat dry with paper towels, and season with salt, pepper and oregano.
2
In an oven-proof skillet large enough to hold the chicken pieces without crowding, heat the olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
3
Brown the chicken pieces on both sides.
4
Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
5
Reduce the heat to low, add the garlic and onions, and cook, stirring, until tender, 6-8 minutes, adding more oil if necessary.
6
Add the bay leaf, wine, rum and olives and stir to incorporate.
7
Return the chicken to the pan, cover, and cook over low heat until tender, about 45 to 60 minutes OR, if you prefer, place the covered skillet in a 350F oven for 45 minutes.
8
Remove the bay leaf and serve.
9
Delicious with white or yellow rice.

421

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 -5 lbs whole chickens, cut into 8 serving pieces, salt, pepper, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Pollo Borracho (Cuban) falls under the General 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.

Pollo Borracho (Cuban)

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