CHICKEN WITH TOMATILLO SAUCE AND BRAISED FRUIT

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Provided by Roberto Santibañez

Categories     Chicken     Fruit     Garlic     Herb     Onion     Pepper     Sauté     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (3-pound) chicken, quartered
1 tablespoon dried oregano (preferably Mexican)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, halved, thinly sliced crosswise
4 large garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons minced chipotle chiles (from canned chipotles in adobo)*
2 pounds tomatillos, husked, rinsed, quartered
1 cinnamon stick
1 pound pears, peeled, cored, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 ounces dried apricots (about 2/3 cup)
3 ounces dried cherries (about 1/2 cup packed)
3 green onions, chopped
10 large fresh epazote leaves,** finely chopped (optional)
Warm corn tortillas
*Available at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores and Latin markets.
**A fresh herb that is available at Latin markets.

Steps:

  • Rub chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.
  • Heat oil in a heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to plate. Add onion to pot; sauté 2 minutes. Add garlic and chipotles; stir 1 minute. Stir in tomatillos and cinnamon stick; return chicken pieces to pot. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally, about 35 minutes. Add pears, apricots, and cherries and simmer until pears are tender, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Transfer to serving dish; sprinkle with chopped green onions and epazote, if desired. Serve with warm tortillas.

Amaya Santiago
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This is one of my favorite recipes! It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the tomatillo sauce is tangy and flavorful. The braised fruit adds a nice sweetness and depth of flavor. I highly rec


Tommy Curtis
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was moist and tender, and the tomatillo sauce was flavorful and tangy. The braised fruit added a nice sweetness and depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Brozo Bairagi
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The tomatillo sauce is tangy and flavorful, and the braised fruit adds a nice sweetness. The chicken is also cooked perfectly.


kibkab melaku
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This is now my go-to recipe for chicken with tomatillo sauce. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Drj Tmg
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So easy to make and so delicious!


Nansubuga Janat
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Amazing flavor!


werakz
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the tomatillo sauce was tangy and delicious. The braised fruit added a nice sweetness and depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Britney Ravele
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a huge success! My family loved the chicken and the tomatillo sauce. The braised fruit was a nice addition and added a unique flavor to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Bethel Nyakuruvimba
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the tomatillo sauce was flavorful and tangy. The braised fruit added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Ameer Ahmad
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This was an excellent dish! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the tomatillo sauce was delicious. I especially loved the braised fruit, which added a unique flavor to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Don Petero
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I love this recipe! It's easy to follow and the results are always delicious. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the tomatillo sauce is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. I highly recommend this recipe.


fortnite x sonic fan 2190
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This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the tomatillo sauce was flavorful and tangy. The braised fruit added a nice sweetness and depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.