Pollo En Fricase(Chicken Fricassee) Recipe

Name: Pollo En Fricase(Chicken Fricassee)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3 lb.) stewing chicken, cut into serving pieces; 2 garlic cloves, peeled; 4 whole black peppercorns; 1 tsp. dried oregano; salt to taste; 2 Tbsp. vinegar; 1/2 c. vegetable oil; 1 Tbsp. sofrito; 1/2 c. tomato sauce (4 oz.); 1 Tbsp. achiote; 1 Tbsp. sage; 1 medium green bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch strips; 5 to 6 pimento stuffed Spanish olives; 2 medium Idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into approximately 1-inch cubes

Servings: persons

1 (3 lb.) stewing chicken, cut into serving pieces
2 garlic cloves, peeled
4 whole black peppercorns
1 tsp. dried oregano
salt to taste
2 Tbsp. vinegar
1/2 c. vegetable oil
1 Tbsp. sofrito
1/2 c. tomato sauce (4 oz.)
1 Tbsp. achiote
1 Tbsp. sage
1 medium green bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch strips
5 to 6 pimento stuffed Spanish olives
2 medium Idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into approximately 1-inch cubes

1
Rinse chicken pieces under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels.
2
Put garlic, peppercorns, oregano, salt and onion powder in a mortar.
3
Pound until crushed.
4
Rub seasoning thoroughly into chicken pieces.
5
Place chicken in a bowl.
6
Mix olive oil and vinegar and pour over chicken.
7
Cover and let stand 15 minutes.
8
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot, casserole or Dutch oven.
9
Add chicken pieces and cook over medium heat, turning occasionally, until lightly brown.
10
Add sofrito, tomato sauce, achiote and sage.
11
Saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
12
Add green pepper, stuffed olives and water to cover chicken pieces (about 1 cup). Cover and simmer over low heat for 45 minutes.
13
During the last 20 minutes, add potato chunks.
14
Chicken is done when it's tender and sauce has thickened a bit.
15
Serve over rice or with bianda.

459

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3 lb.) stewing chicken, cut into serving pieces, 2 garlic cloves, peeled, 4 whole black peppercorns, 1 tsp. dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Pollo En Fricase(Chicken Fricassee) 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!

Pollo En Fricase(Chicken Fricassee)

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