Slow Cooker Puerto Rican Chicken in Green Sauce

Name: Slow Cooker Puerto Rican Chicken in Green Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 skinless chicken drumsticks; 6 skinless chicken thighs (bone-in); Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 4 cups packed cilantro leaves; 6 garlic cloves, halved; 2 large jalapenos, chopped with seeds included; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth; 1/2 pound medium red skinned potatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick; Steamed rice and lime wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

6 skinless chicken drumsticks
6 skinless chicken thighs (bone-in)
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 cups packed cilantro leaves
6 garlic cloves, halved
2 large jalapenos, chopped with seeds included
1 medium onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth
1/2 pound medium red skinned potatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick
Steamed rice and lime wedges, for serving

1
Season the chicken with salt, pepper and the cumin.
2
Let stand for 10 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine the cilantro, garlic, jalapenos, onion, red and green bell peppers, wine and the 3 tablespoons of the olive oil and puree.
4
Transfer the puree to a slow cooker and stir in the chicken stock.
5
Add the chicken and potatoes.
6
Cover and cook on high for 4 hours, shifting the chicken and potatoes a few times, until the chicken is cooked through.
7
Season the stew with salt and pepper.
8
Serve the chicken and potatoes in shallow bowls and ladle the sauce all around.
9
Serve with rice and lime wedges.

1161

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

136

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 skinless chicken drumsticks, 6 skinless chicken thighs (bone-in), Salt and freshly ground pepper, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Puerto Rican Chicken in Green Sauce 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!