Best 3 Pollo Con Papas Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary delight of Pollo con Papas, a traditional Peruvian dish that captures the essence of comfort food. This delectable dish features succulent chicken pieces stewed in a flavorful sauce, accompanied by tender potatoes that soak up all the savory goodness. The chicken is marinated in a blend of spices, garlic, and herbs, then seared until golden brown to lock in the juices. It is then simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic spices, creating a tantalizing aroma that will fill your kitchen. The potatoes, carefully selected for their creamy texture, are added to the pot and cooked until they become tender and infused with the delectable sauce. The result is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more. Pollo con Papas is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or as a hearty side dish. It is often accompanied by rice or other grains, and can be garnished with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lime for an extra burst of flavor. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this recipe will guide you through the steps to create an authentic and delicious Pollo con Papas that will impress your family and friends.

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POLLO CON PAPAS



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Pollo con Papas is chicken and potatoes simmered in a flavorful, spicy sauce. This comforting dish is a fabulous family dinner and is great for a party.

Provided by Karin and Ken

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
6 chicken thighs or legs or both (skin-on, bone in )
2 Guajillo chilis (deseeded)
6 Roma tomatoes
1 cup water
1/2 onion (finely diced)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano
1/2 teaspoon coriander
4 potatoes (peeled and cut into bite size pieces)
2 carrots (diced)
1/3 cup Spanish olives

Steps:

  • Gather all the ingredients needed.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and place skin side down in the pan. Cook for 5 minutes per side until browned.
  • While the chicken is frying, place the chilis in a bowl of water and microwave for 3 minutes. Remove and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, water and chilis to a blender. Blend until smooth, then strain through a fine strainer. Press through with a spatula until all the pulp has been pressed through.
  • Remove the chicken from the pan. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 3 minutes. Add the chicken bouillon, bay leaf, thyme, oregano and coriander and stir.
  • Add the carrots and potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add the tomato puree and stir. Cook for 10 minutes.
  • Add the chicken into the sauce and simmer over medium heat for 30 minutes.
  • Add the olives and continue simmering for another 5 minutes. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
  • Serve with bread or over a bed of rice.
  • Enjoy every bite!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving, Calories 440 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 111 mg, Sodium 627 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 17 g

POLLO CON CREMA Y PAPAS (CHICKEN, POTATOES IN SOUR CREAM SAUCE)



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This dish is warm and comforting, perfect for a cold winter night. This meal goes great either with a side of rice or with both rice and black or red beans.

Provided by cervantesbrandi

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large baking potatoes (peeled and roughly chopped)
2 boneless chicken breasts (sliced in thin strips)
1/4 cup onion (slices sliced 1/4 inch thick)
5 garlic cloves (minced)
1 cup sour cream
2 cups water
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon powder or 2 large bouillon cubes
2 roma tomatoes (chopped into thirds)
1 poblano pepper (roasted and roughly chopped)
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • First start off by bringing your water, potatoes and 1 tbsp chicken flavoring to a boil uncovered.
  • While the potatoes are boiling melt the tbsp of butter in a skillet and saute the onions, garlic and tomatoes for 5 minutes. Next add the chicken breast strips and cook on medium heat until chicken is no longer pink.
  • Check your potatoes. As soon as a fork pierces them and slides in easliy immediately take them off the heat and drain the liquid reserving it in a bowl. Next add half of the reserved liquid in the with chicken and add your sour cream. Bring the heat down to a high simmer or medium low heat.
  • Make sure to stir the sour cream in fully. Add the rest of the reserved liquid if needed. The mixture should almost coat the back of a spoon. Next, add your poblano peppers, potatoes and the last tbsp of the chicken flavor.
  • Cover and continue to cook on medium low until the cream sauce coats the back of a spoon and is thickened (10 minutes).
  • Last but not least season with cracked black pepper and salt as needed and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.6, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 11.4, Cholesterol 79.7, Sodium 661.1, Carbohydrate 23.7, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.5, Protein 20

POLLO CON PAPAS



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Stew     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Healthy

Yield people

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
4 medium potatoes
1/2 large green pepper
1/2 large red onion
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp olive oil
1 can tomato sauce
1 tbsp Goya adobo powder
1 tbsp white cooking wine
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Add olive oil to cooking pan and add green peppers, onions, and garlic. Mix and cook on medium for 4-5 minutes. Then add chicken and cook on both sides until slightly brown, then add tomato sauce, Goya adobo, white wine and potatoes. Cook on medium,covered until potatoes are done. Taste sauce, then add additional salt and pepper to taste. Mix and on low for another 2-3 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use a flavorful cut of chicken. Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks are ideal for this dish, as they will stay moist and juicy during cooking.
  • Marinate the chicken overnight. This will help to infuse the chicken with flavor and make it more tender.
  • Use a variety of seasonings. A good blend of spices and herbs will give the chicken and potatoes a delicious flavor.
  • Roast the chicken and potatoes together. This will save you time and energy, and it will also help to create a more flavorful dish.
  • Serve the chicken and potatoes with a simple green salad or your favorite side dish.

Conclusion:

Pollo con Papas is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, the potatoes are crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and savory. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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