Best 5 Chicken Nicaraguense Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant streets of Nicaragua with our enticing collection of traditional chicken recipes. Discover the sizzling flavors of Pollo Indio, a harmonious blend of tender chicken, aromatic spices, and a vibrant achiote marinade, sure to tantalize your taste buds. Experience the simplicity and elegance of Pollo a la Plancha, where succulent chicken breasts are expertly grilled to perfection, capturing the essence of Nicaraguan home cooking. Indulge in the delightful flavors of Baho, a slow-cooked chicken dish infused with a symphony of spices, vegetables, and the warmth of plantains. Satisfy your cravings with our flavorful Chicken Enchiladas, a delightful fusion of tender chicken, tangy enchilada sauce, and a symphony of Mexican spices. Each recipe represents the culinary heritage of Nicaragua, offering a unique taste of this vibrant nation.

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CREAMY NUTMEG CHICKEN



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Being a new mom on a small budget, I've been experimenting with chicken recipes. I actually wanted to make another dish but didn't have all the ingredients, so I substituted a few and came up with this recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 to 8 chicken pieces, skin removed
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 can (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
Additional ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown chicken in butter. Remove chicken and set aside. , In the same skillet, saute onion and parsley until onion is tender. Add the soup, sour cream, milk, nutmeg, sage, thyme and rosemary; mix well. Return chicken to the skillet an spoon sauce over pieces. , Simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, basting occasionally. Sprinkle with additional nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN NICARAGUENSE



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

Provided by morgainegeiser

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup celery, diced
2 ounces onions, chopped
1/3 cup carrot, diced
1 garlic, glove finely minced
1 cup tomato juice
2 cups summer squash, sliced
1 teaspoon cumin
salt
pepper
2 ounces peas

Steps:

  • Brown chicken on both sides in a nonstick skillet, then transfer to a casserole or Dutch oven.
  • Add green pepper, celery, onion, carrots and garlic to the skillet in which the chicken cooked.
  • Cook briefly, stirring until vegetables are cooked but crisp.
  • Spoon vegetables over the chicken and add the tomato juice, squash, cumin, salt and pepper.
  • Cover the casserole and bake 50 minutes or until the chicken is tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Add the peas, and return casserole to oven, covered, for 10 more minutes.

CHICKEN NUGGET CASSEROLE



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Youngsters will need just five ingredients to help prepare this easy entree. Our kids love to eat chicken nuggets this way. It's a satisfying supper with spaghetti and a salad. -Tylene Loar, Mesa, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (13-1/2 ounces) frozen chicken nuggets
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 can (26-1/2 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.Place chicken nuggets in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Layer with spaghetti sauce, mozzarella cheese and Italian seasoning. , Cover and bake until chicken is heated through and cheese is melted, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 1118mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

PARMESAN CHICKEN NUGGETS



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My 3-year-old went through a chicken-nuggets-and-french-fries-only stage, so I made these golden nuggets for him. Even the grown-ups like them! -Amanda Livesay, Mobile, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
Marinara sauce, optional

Steps:

  • Place butter in a shallow bowl. Combine the bread crumbs, cheese and salt in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in butter, then roll in crumbs., Place in a single layer on two 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 375° for 15-18 minutes or until no longer pink, turning once. Serve with marinara sauce if desired. Freeze option: Cool chicken nuggets. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Place on a baking sheet and reheat in a preheated 375° oven 7-12 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 20g protein.

CHOP SUEY NICARAGüENSE



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Make and share this Chop Suey Nicaragüense recipe from Food.com.

Provided by oscartellezcastillo

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs cooked chicken breasts
2 carrots
1 medium size cabbage
1 whole onion
2 red bell peppers
2 green bell peppers
4 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup butter
1 1/2 cups ketchup
1 ounce soy sauce
1 ounce lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Shred chicken with your fingers.
  • Cut all vegetables into thin strips and keep separate the carrots, cabbage, onion and peppers.
  • Heat stove at medium/high temp and add 2 Tbsp olive oil to a deep pot. Melt a stick of butter.
  • Heat a second deep pot and add 2 Tbsp olive oil. Melt half a stick of butter
  • Place the onion and all the peppers in pot # 2.
  • Place the cabbage in pot # 1.
  • Constantly stir all vegetables in both pots.
  • When the onions are translucent, add the carrots.
  • When the carrots are soft, add the cooked chicken.
  • When all is mixed, add the ketchup and soy sauce.
  • Stir frequently.
  • When the cabbage is soft, combine pot # 2 with pot # 1.
  • Lower the heat to medium or med/low making sure the vegetables don't get too soft.
  • Add lemon juice.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. (add 1/4 cup ketchup, 1 tsp salt, etc. depending on the size of the cabbage.).
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.7, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 117.2, Sodium 1236, Carbohydrate 24.3, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 17.3, Protein 29

Tips:

  • For a crispy and flavorful chicken, marinate it for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or skillet to cook the chicken. This will help prevent the chicken from sticking and burning.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat. This will help ensure that the chicken cooks evenly throughout.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. The chicken is cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the chicken immediately with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Chicken Nicaragüense is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful mixture of spices and then cooked until it is crispy and juicy. Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or vegetables.

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