CHICKEN WITH SALSA VERDE
Though there are a lot of ingredients in this recipe, it's a straightforward chicken saute-and-sauce combination. Brown the chicken -- dark meat is preferable -- then lightly brown the seeds, then soften the vegetables. The tomatillos, if canned, provide enough liquid; if you're using fresh tomatillos you might need to add a little water or stock, but not much. The chicken simmers in the sauce, and lime juice completes the picture. This is traditionally served with a host of garnishes, which I see as optional but fulfilling.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories poultry, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Put lard or oil in a large, deep skillet or casserole that can later be covered. Turn heat to medium-high and wait until lard melts or oil is hot. Add chicken, skin-side down. Season with salt and pepper and brown well, turning pieces as necessary, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove chicken; pour off excess fat from pan.
- Brown pepitas lightly in same pan over medium heat; remove with a slotted spoon. Add onion, garlic and chiles; cook until soft, stirring occasionally and seasoning with salt and pepper, about 10 minutes. Add tomatillos and their juices (if using fresh tomatillos, add about 1/2 cup stock or water). Stir, then reduce a bit over medium-high heat, about 5 minutes.
- Return pepitas to pan, then add chicken. Cover and finish cooking, about 15 minutes, adding stock or water if necessary. Remove chicken. Finish sauce with herbs and lime. Serve with whatever garnishes you like.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 352, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 529 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Isaac Makgoba
[email protected]This dish is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy. I will definitely be making this again.
Farai Hove
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the salsa verde is the perfect complement.
Udu Cyril
[email protected]This dish was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I will definitely be making this again.
Bhagrati Pandeya
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The chicken was overcooked and the salsa verde was way too spicy.
Rubi Hamdani
[email protected]I thought this dish was just okay. The chicken was a bit tough and the salsa verde was a bit too tangy for my taste.
Vukosi Baloyi
[email protected]Overall, this dish was good. I would make it again, but I would make a few changes.
Born Different
[email protected]The chicken was a bit dry, but the salsa verde was delicious.
Nicholas Walker
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.
Habib khan Ahmadzai
[email protected]Easy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Success Stability
[email protected]Delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the salsa verde was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
MD Eklas
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the chicken and the salsa verde. I will definitely be making this again.
Xian Ysmsn
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the salsa verde was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The chicken was delicious and the salsa verde was divine.
Brenda Vennesa
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this dish was really good. The salsa verde was amazing, and the chicken was cooked perfectly.
Sophia King
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and moist, and the salsa verde was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again soon.
Hollie Mitchell
[email protected]Easy to follow recipe that yielded delicious results. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the salsa verde was the perfect complement.
lamya stubbs
[email protected]This chicken dish was amazing! The salsa verde was flavorful and tangy, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.