Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Abuela's Chicken, a culinary masterpiece passed down through generations. This traditional Mexican dish combines the comforting essence of home cooking with a burst of vibrant flavors. Embark on a culinary adventure as we explore three distinct variations of this beloved recipe: Abuela's Classic Chicken, a succulent and tender delight; Salsa Verde Chicken, a zesty and herbaceous treat; and Creamy Chipotle Chicken, a creamy and smoky sensation. Each recipe promises a unique taste experience, sure to satisfy your craving for authentic Mexican cuisine.
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ABUELA'S CHICKEN MOLE
My dear Grandmother taught me how to make this authentic chicken mole. I have changed the recipe from hers a bit and have been told by my family that mine is better than Grandma's ever was. Hope she doesn't come back to haunt me for saying that, but I do have to admit myself that my Mole is pretty darn good.
Provided by Melissa Turner
Categories Other Sauces
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. In a large stock pot add water, chicken base, salt, pepper and chicken breast. Bring to a boil and cook for about an hour until chicken is no longer pink. Remove chicken and reserve broth for mole. Let the chicken cool for a bit then remove skins and bones. Shred chicken into chunks and set aside.
- 2. In a small bowl mix together your mole and flour. Now in a dutch oven heat your oil on high. Once oil is hot whisk in your mole mixture. It will turn into a thick paste. Quickly start adding your chicken broth little bits at a time. Letting it rethicken after each addition. Repeat this process until you have a nice thick mole gravy. Turn off flame and whisk in a heaping tablespoon of creamy peanut butter to smooth out the bitterness of the mole (little secret ingredient). Taste and add salt if needed. Add your shredded chicken to your mole and done.
- 3. Serve with tortilla's, refried beans, Sopa (spanish rice) or Fideo. Now here's another little tip for ya. Mexican's use tortilla's as silverware just as Chinese use chopsticks to eat with. I never put forks on the table when eating Chicken Mole. That's up to you, but you will find that ripping off a piece of tortilla and using it to scoop up your dinner makes it all just taste perfect. One last tip. Don't heat your tortilla's in the microwave. Cook them over an open flame. Just turn burner to low and plop the tortilla right on the burner. As soon as it starts to blacken flip and cook other side. Place cooked tortilla's in a folded kitchen towel to keep warm while you finish cooking the rest. Enjoy
ABUELA'S CHICKEN FRICASSE
We are a Cuban family and my Abuela, affectionately known as "Kuki" here in America, used to make a chicken fricasse that would always mean "home" to us growing up :) This is MY close version of hers. I've tweaked it a bit but it's still so similar that even my own kids think it's HERS...LOL The nice thing about this recipe is...
Provided by Kim Spurlin
Categories Chicken
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Remove skin from thighs and drumsticks of chicken and brown in a skillet or chicken fryer pan with a little olive oil on medium heat.
- 2. Once chicken is browned on both sides, remove from pan and set aside.
- 3. Add the strips of green bell pepper to the remaining oil in skillet and sauté until just tender. Add the chopped garlic to bell pepper in skillet and sauté until just fragrant.
- 4. Add the 2 cans of diced tomatoes to the bell pepper & garlic in pan, add the balsamic vinegar and the sugar. Stir to combine. On Medium high heat, bring to a low boil.
- 5. Once low boil occurs, lower heat to simmer and return chicken to skillet, add cubed cooked potatoes and cover. While chicken & potatoes are simmering, boil white rice according to package directions (if you choose to use instant rice) otherwise prepare regular long grain white rice ahead of time.
- 6. When rice is finished, serve chicken fricassee over a bed of rice and enjoy!
ABUELA'S CHICKEN
My friend from Spain had me over for dinner, and her Abuela (gramma) made this for us. And this is what we had. WOW! It was sooo good, so I begged for the recipe.
Provided by Little Italy
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Marinate the chicken for approximately 10 minutes in a bowl containing the green peppers, oregano, garlic, black pepper, olives, celery, parsley, coriander, and thyme.
- In an iron pot, heat 3 tablespoons of oil, reserving 2 tablespoons for later use. Add sugar to heated oil and quickly stir. When sugar turns dark brown, add the chicken (without the vegetables), being careful with splattering oil. Stir, cover and let simmer at medium heat for 10 minutes, adding tablespoonfuls of water regularly to prevent it from burning. Add the vegetables. Add tomato paste and stir to combine. Add remaining water and bring to a boil. Add salt to taste.
- Add the rice and stir often to avoid excessive sticking. Once all the water has evaporated, cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer over very low heat. Wait 15 minutes, uncover and stir, before adding remaining oil. Cover and wait another 5 minutes. Taste rice for doneness; it should be firm but tender inside. If necessary, cover and leave another 5 minutes over very low heat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1654.5, Fat 60.2, SaturatedFat 14.9, Cholesterol 290.6, Sodium 428.8, Carbohydrate 159.7, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 3.4, Protein 108.4
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH ALABAMA WHITE BBQ SAUCE
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 2h40m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For the BBQ Sauce:
- Whisk all the ingredients together in a medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before using. Reserve a ramekin full of sauce, about 1/2 cup, to serve on the side.
- For the chicken:
- Preheat half of the grill to medium-high heat and the other half to low heat. Using tongs, dip a folded towel into olive oil and wipe over the grill grate.
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Arrange the chicken, skin side down, on the hottest area of the grill. Grill until seared and golden brown and crisp on each side, about 5 minutes. Move the chicken to the cooler part of the grill and brush with barbecue sauce. Continue to cook until the juices run clear, about 20 to 25 minutes. Do not forget to flip the chicken halfway through its cooking time. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter and serve with sauce on the side.
ABUELA'S PICADILLO
This is my grandmother's Cuban picadillo (ground beef hash/chili) recipe which is usually served with white rice, beans and plantains. Picadillo also goes great with mashed potatoes and can be made without the squash. This dish is a favorite at home so I usually make 2 pounds to have leftovers for making empanadas (meat pies) the next day. Picadillo also freezes well. Of course my kids say this is the best picadillo they've ever had and I have to agree!
Provided by MarieSoler
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time 1h22m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Cook and stir ground beef in a large stockpot until browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain grease.
- Heat olive oil in small skillet over medium heat. Add onion, green bell pepper, and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir into beef in the stockpot.
- Pour tomato sauce, water, cooking wine, and hot sauce into the stockpot. Stir in sazon seasoning, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, pepper, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer picadillo, uncovered, until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
- Split olives in half with your fingers and stir into the picadillo. Add squash. Simmer until liquid reduces but picadillo is not dry, 45 to 60 minutes. Season with salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 74.3 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 1856.2 mg, Sugar 6 g
ABUELO'S CHICKEN SOUP
Make and share this Abuelo's Chicken Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Molly53
Categories Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In large Dutch oven, sauté onions in butter till translucent.
- Add next seven ingredients and continue cooking for 3 minutes.
- Add broth and pulled chicken to sautéed vegetables and simmer an additional 7 minutes.
- When soup is ready to serve, add avocados before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.8, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 26.9, Sodium 1431.3, Carbohydrate 6.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.7, Protein 14.5
Tips:
- Use a good quality chicken: A free-range, organic chicken will have more flavor than a conventionally raised chicken.
- Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in a flavorful liquid, such as a mixture of lime juice, garlic, and olive oil, will help to tenderize and flavor the meat.
- Cook the chicken over low heat: Cooking the chicken over low heat will help to prevent it from drying out.
- Do not overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken is tough and dry. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, but still slightly juicy.
- Serve the chicken with a flavorful sauce: A flavorful sauce, such as a salsa or a mole, will help to complement the chicken and make it even more delicious.
Conclusion:
Abuela's Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. Whether you are serving it to your family or to your friends, Abuela's Chicken is sure to be a hit.
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