MOFONGO WITH CHICKEN

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Inspired from a vacation in Puerto Rico, this recipe is a blending of many mofongo recipes found online. I combined several recipes until I found the right one for me. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Provided by Wenani97

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 1h3m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ pound chicken breasts
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
4 green plantains, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
2 tablespoons salt
8 thick slices bacon
1 cup oil for frying
1 ½ tablespoons freshly minced garlic
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and cool until easily handled, about 5 minutes. Shred.
  • Pour chicken broth into a saucepan over medium heat. Cover and keep warm.
  • Place plantains and salt in a bowl of cold water. Let soak for 5 minutes. Drain and blot dry with a paper towel.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Crumble into small pieces.
  • Heat 1 inch oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Fry plantains in batches until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
  • Smash plantains with the bottom of an empty chicken broth can. Fry again until crispy, 1 to 2 minutes more. Drain; blot with paper towels.
  • Transfer plantains to a large bowl. Add bacon and garlic; mash together. Fill an empty chicken broth can halfway with mashed mixture. Press down until firmly packed. Invert can onto a plate; tap until mofongo slides onto the plate. Repeat with remaining mashed mixture.
  • Cover mofongos with shredded chicken and warmed broth. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.9 calories, Carbohydrate 59.4 g, Cholesterol 75.9 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 5018.7 mg, Sugar 27.8 g

James Tilley
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This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I will definitely add more spices next time.


Ahmed Sulee
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The mofongo and chicken are both elegant and delicious.


Chami volgs
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The mofongo and chicken are both delicious.


BP3 star
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Mir Hossan 2
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This is my go-to recipe for mofongo and chicken. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Hanzala Jan
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This dish was a hit at my party!


Sharon Khan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. I will definitely be making this again!


Anissa Payne
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I will definitely be making it again, but I will use less chili pepper next time.


Amanuel Habte
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I love this recipe! The mofongo is so unique and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ashen Nawodya
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it in the end. The mofongo and chicken were both delicious.


Abdullrahman Dawaliby
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The mofongo was a bit dry, but the chicken was delicious. I think I will add more liquid to the mofongo next time I make it.


Lucas Roucoulet
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The mofongo and chicken were both delicious, but I found the recipe to be a bit too oily for my taste. Next time, I will use less oil when cooking the mofongo.


Abdulleh M
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the unique flavors of the mofongo and chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


Ksksm Skskkks
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The mofongo was light and flavorful, and the chicken was juicy and tender. I will definitely be making this dish again!


Laide Fowosere
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The mofongo came out perfect! It was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The chicken was also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Robert Bowie
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This mofongo recipe with chicken is a winner! The flavors are incredible, and the chicken is so tender and juicy. I love that the mofongo is made with mashed plantains, it gives it a unique and delicious texture.