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**Chicken Guisada: A Flavorful and Versatile Dish with a Touch of Latin Flair**

Chicken guisada is a delectable dish that captures the essence of Latin cuisine, tantalizing taste buds with its rich flavors and vibrant ingredients. This hearty and comforting stew features tender chicken simmered in a flavorful sauce made from aromatic spices, tangy tomatoes, and a medley of colorful bell peppers. Served over fluffy rice or accompanied by soft tortillas, chicken guisada promises a culinary adventure that is both satisfying and soul-warming.

Journey through a culinary expedition with our comprehensive guide to chicken guisada, featuring a collection of enticing recipes that cater to diverse preferences. From traditional Dominican chicken guisada, renowned for its vibrant yellow hue and distinctive flavor profile, to the alluring Peruvian chicken guisada, boasting a spicy kick that lingers on the palate, our recipes showcase the versatility of this beloved dish.

Indulge in the classic Dominican chicken guisada, where succulent chicken pieces are lovingly stewed in a flavorful tomato-based sauce, complemented by a harmonious blend of spices and aromatic herbs. Savor the vibrant yellow color imparted by saffron, a key ingredient that adds a touch of elegance to this culinary masterpiece.

Embark on a taste adventure with Peruvian chicken guisada, where tender chicken is enveloped in a spicy yet harmonious sauce. Ají amarillo, a Peruvian yellow chili pepper, lends its fiery touch, while aji panca, a Peruvian red chili pepper, adds a smoky depth of flavor. The result is a tantalizing dish that ignites the senses and leaves a lasting impression.

For those seeking a vegetarian delight, we present our tantalizing vegetarian chicken guisada, a meatless rendition that bursts with flavor. Tender vegetables, such as bell peppers, onions, and zucchini, take center stage, simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with aromatic spices. This hearty and wholesome dish satisfies even the most discerning palate, proving that plant-based cuisine can be just as flavorful and satisfying.

No matter your dietary preferences, our collection of chicken guisada recipes guarantees a culinary experience that is both delightful and memorable. Embark on this flavor-filled journey, explore the diverse variations of this beloved dish, and savor the vibrant flavors that await you.

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POLLO GUISADO (PUERTO RICAN CHICKEN STEW)



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Provided by Jannese

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs or legs (if using breasts, cut in half)
1 teaspoon Adobo all purpose seasoning (Recommended brand: Goya)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons sofrito (homemade or storebought)
2 packets Sazon seasoning with annatto (Recommended brand: Goya)
1 tablespoon powdered chicken bouillon (or more according to your taste)
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 cups water
3/4 cup diced potatoes
3/4 cup baby carrots
2 bay leaves
10-12 pimento-stuffed olives
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat a Dutch oven on medium heat.
  • Season the chicken with the Adobo seasoning, then add the olive oil and chicken to the pot. Let the pieces brown for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside.
  • Add the sofrito, Sazon, tomato paste, powdered chicken bouillon, oregano, water, potatoes, carrots, bay leaves and olives into the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the chicken back into the pot.
  • Lower the heat to a simmer and cook the pollo guisado for 40-50 minutes with the lid on* or until the chicken is cooked through.If your stew is too watery. cook with the lid off to reduce the liquid to your desired level.
  • Check for seasoning and add a bit more chicken bouillon if the pollo guisado needs a bit more salt.
  • Sprinkle the finished stew with the chopped cilantro, if using, and stir.
  • Serve with white rice, mashed potatoes or some crusty bread for dipping!

POLLO GUISADO (CHICKEN STEW)



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Featuring a pretty golden-red color and comforting flavor, this chicken stew will be a welcome entree at any celebration. It's perfect for pairing with red beans and rice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup Sofrito
2 bay leaves
1 envelope Goya Sazon with coriander and annatto
1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup tomato sauce

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first four ingredients. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight., In a large nonstick skillet, brown chicken in oil. Stir in the potatoes, water and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil; cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes or until chicken is tender. Add additional water if necessary. Discard bay leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 511mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHICKEN GUISADA



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Make and share this Chicken Guisada recipe from Food.com.

Provided by rusted_essence

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs broiler-fryer chickens
3 garlic cloves (peeled)
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup oil
1 teaspoon pepper
3 tomatoes (chopped)
1 onion (chopped)
1 serrano pepper (chopped)
3 bay leaves (crushed)

Steps:

  • Place chicken, garlic, and salt in pot; cover with water and boil until tender.
  • Skin, bone, and shred chicken and place in skillet with oil; saute.
  • Add remaining ingredients; simmer about 10 minutes, covered.
  • Serve with Spanish rice and refried beans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428, Fat 32, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 113.5, Sodium 885.2, Carbohydrate 5.1, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 29

POLLO GUISADO



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A delicious and easy Spanish chicken stew, or pollo guisado. Great for entertaining and makes for great leftovers. Serve over white rice.

Provided by audball

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Chicken

Time 1h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 whole chicken, cut up
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup sofrito
2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 cups chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (1.41 ounce) package sazon seasoning
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons cold water
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a Dutch oven. Season chicken with salt and pepper and add to the hot pot to brown, 6 to 7 minutes per side. Transfer chicken a bowl and cover with an aluminum foil tent.
  • Reduce heat to medium; add onion to the pot and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in sofrito and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add potatoes, chicken broth, tomato sauce, sazon, cumin, and bay leaf; bring to a boil. Return chicken to the pot. Cover and cook for 1 hour. Remove chicken.
  • Mix water and cornstarch together in a small bowl; stir into simmering mixture until nicely thickened. Place chicken back into the pot and continue to cook about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 47.6 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 1339.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

GRILLED CHICKEN QUESADILLAS



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This delicious recipe is prepared by using adobo seasoned grilled boneless chicken thighs, layering tortillas with a combination of the chicken, cheese, and onion, and heating directly on the grill. Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Provided by Thuy Ortiz

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
adobo seasoning to taste
12 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 onion, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained

Steps:

  • Place the chicken on a plate, and sprinkle with adobo seasoning on both sides. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
  • Heat grill for medium-high heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Place chicken on grill, and cook for 10 minutes per side, or until juices run clear. Remove chicken from grill, and cut into bite-size pieces.
  • Place one or two tortillas on the grill, and sprinkle with a thin layer of cheese, chicken, onion, olives, and chiles. Top with another tortilla, and grill until brown and crispy on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Cut into wedges to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 850.7 calories, Carbohydrate 86.5 g, Cholesterol 125.7 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 46.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 1665.2 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

POLLO GUISADO (DOMINICAN STEWED CHICKEN)



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After spending many years living in the Dominican Republic, nothing takes me back more than making a big batch of pollo guisado, the most tender, flavorful chicken you'll ever eat. Serve this with Dominican rice and beans and a slice of fresh avocado. The hard-to-find Dominican ingredients can easily be ordered online.

Provided by Pepita

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (3 to 3 1/2 pound) whole chicken, skin removed and cut into pieces
¼ cup rancho adobo sazon criollo, or to taste
1 red onion, chopped into large pieces
2 Cubanelle peppers, chopped
¼ cup sazon liquido
1 tablespoon garlic paste
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
⅓ cup tomato paste
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon powder, or more to taste
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Place chicken pieces in a bowl and season generously with ranchero sazon criollo. Add onion, Cubanelle peppers, sazon liquido, and garlic paste. Toss to coat chicken evenly.
  • Put oil in the bottom of a heavy pot. Add brown sugar and do not stir. Turn heat to medium-high and cook until sugar is very, very dark brown but not burned, 5 to 10 minutes. Carefully add chicken pieces to the pot 1 at a time, reserving vegetables and any liquid left in the bowl. Stir chicken, coating each piece with sugar-oil mixture. Cover and cook for 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add tomato paste, celery, and bouillon powder to the pot and stir to combine. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Let stew until chicken is cooked and tender, 15 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 1260.5 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks.
  • Brown the chicken well before adding the sauce. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the chicken from becoming dry.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your guisada. Some good options include potatoes, carrots, onions, bell peppers, and corn.
  • Season the guisada to taste with salt, pepper, and cumin. You can also add other spices, such as oregano, thyme, or paprika, to taste.
  • Serve the guisada with rice, beans, or tortillas.

Conclusion:

Chicken guisada is a delicious and versatile dish that can be easily customized to your liking. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, it's a surefire hit with the whole family.

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