In the realm of culinary delights, embark on a tantalizing journey with our slow-cooked chicken extravaganza, an orchestra of flavors that will serenade your taste buds. This delectable dish, hailing from the vibrant culinary traditions of Mexico, seamlessly blends the tangy brightness of tomatillos, the earthy comfort of potatoes, and the fiery kick of jalapeños. United in a symphony of slow-cooked perfection, these ingredients create a harmonious ensemble that will leave you craving for more.
Our culinary adventure begins with the star of the show, the chicken, lovingly nestled in a flavorful marinade, imbued with the essence of garlic, cumin, and oregano. As the chicken basks in this aromatic embrace, it patiently awaits its transformation in the slow cooker, where low and steady heat gently coaxes out its tender succulence.
Complementing the chicken's tender embrace is a medley of vibrant tomatillos, their tartness providing a refreshing contrast to the richness of the chicken. Roasted to perfection, they add a smoky depth of flavor, while their natural acidity lends a lively balance to the dish.
Potatoes, those humble yet versatile gems, play a crucial supporting role in this culinary masterpiece. Simmered until fork-tender, they absorb the tantalizing juices of the chicken and tomatillos, transforming into delectable morsels that burst with flavor in every bite.
And to add a touch of fiery intrigue, jalapeños make their presence felt, their piquant heat providing a subtle yet noticeable kick. Carefully chosen for their balanced spiciness, they elevate the dish without overpowering the other ingredients, creating a harmonious interplay of flavors.
This slow-cooked chicken extravaganza is more than just a meal; it's an experience that captivates the senses and leaves you yearning for the next bite. So gather your ingredients, prepare your slow cooker, and let the magic begin.
BRAISED CHICKEN WITH TOMATILLOS AND JALAPENOS
Provided by Anne Burrell
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the chicken: Preheat the grill.
- Place the tomatillos and jalapenos on the grill and cook until the skins char and blister, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the tomatillos and jalapenos from the grill and let cool.
- Coat a large, wide straight-sided saute pan with olive oil and bring to medium-high heat.
- Sprinkle the chicken generously with salt. Add the chicken legs and thighs, skin-side down, to the hot pan. Brown the chicken well on all sides. Remove from the pan and reserve.
- Ditch the excess fat from the pan and add a few drops of new oil. Add the onions, season with salt and cook until the onions are very soft and aromatic, 7 to 8 minutes.
- While the onions are cooking, coarsely chop the tomatillos and reserve. Chop the jalapenos into 1/4-inch dice and reserve with the tomatillos. If you want to tone down the heat, remove the seeds from the jalapenos before chopping.
- Add the garlic to the pan with the onions and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the reserved tomatillos and jalapenos. Stir to combine and add the chicken stock, lime juice and zest. Taste and season with salt if needed (it probably will).
- Return the chicken to the pan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 15 minutes.
- Remove the lid and let cook for 15 more minutes. This will allow the stock to reduce. Taste for seasoning and adjust if needed.
- For the sour cream: Combine the sour cream with the lime zest and juice and reserve.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and stir in the cilantro.
- Spoon the sauce over the chicken, sprinkle with cilantro leaves and serve with the lime sour cream.
- Beverage Pairing Suggestion: Light Lager
SLOW COOKED CHICKEN WITH TOMATILLOS, POTATOES, JALAPENOS AND FRE
A very savory chicken dish from Mexico using local herbs. The aroma of this dish cooking ever so slowly in the crock pot will tempt you to open the cover and sample!
Provided by Witch Doctor
Categories Stew
Time 6h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spread the onion over the bottom of a slow cooker. Sprinkle with salt. Continue with layers of the potato slices, chicken thighs, epazote or cilantro and then Tomatillos. Sprinkling salt evenly over each layer before moving on to the next. Scatter the jalapeno slices over everything, then drizzle on the pickling juice. Cover and slow cook on high for 6 hours.
- Carefully transfer a portion of the pollo Pulquero onto each dinner plate. If there is a large amount of juice in the cooker, tip or ladle it into a saucepan, set it over high heat and boil quickly to reduce to a rich consistency. Taste and season with more salt, if needed, then drizzle over each serving. Sprinkle each portion with chopped cilantro.
- Variations:.
- Pork shoulder and beef chuck, cut into 1 inch cubes are excellent substitutes for the chicken thighs. If available, use banana leaves and line the slow cooker or Dutch oven before assembling all the parts.
- Oven Version:.
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Layer the dish as described above in a medium large (4 to 6 quarts, 10 to 12 inch diameter) heavy pot, preferably a Dutch oven. Set the lid in place and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the lid and bake 15 to 20 minutes longer to reduce the juices. Spoon directly from the pot onto plates.
POLLO PULQUEROS (CHICKEN, TOMATILLO, AND JALAPENO STEW)
From Rick Bayless in the Feb-March 2005 Eating Well. I think that this would work well in a crockpot, too!
Provided by Carianne
Categories Stew
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Arrange onion slices (overlapping) in bottom of 5- 6 quart Dutch oven.
- Arrange potatoes on top of onions, sprinkle with salt.
- Arrange chicken on top of potatoes, then cilantro, then tomatillos.
- Top with jalapenos and drizzle with pickling liquid.
- Cover and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove lid and bake for 15- 20 minutes additional.
- Serve hot and garnish with more cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.5, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 94.4, Sodium 317.9, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 6.5, Protein 26.3
BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH TOMATILLOS
Part stew, part braise, these chicken thighs become fall-apart tender in under an hour without the aid of any fancy appliances. Simmered in a tangy broth made from tomatillos and garlic, the sauce becomes delightfully thick and chicken-y, perfect for garnishing with lime, radishes and plenty of cilantro. It's terrific as is, served with tortillas for dipping, but a can of rinsed hominy, beans or cooked rice adds some nice heft.
Provided by Alison Roman
Categories dinner, weekday, poultry, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add to pot, skin side down and cook, without disturbing, until skin has rendered most of the fat and is a nice golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. (You want it to be very deeply golden brown so that it stays nice and brown as it braises.)
- Using tongs, flip the chicken and continue to cook until nicely browned on the other side, another 5 or so minutes.
- Transfer chicken to a plate or cutting board, leaving all the fat and golden bits behind. Add smashed garlic and half of the sliced onion. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add tomatillos and half of the jalapeño and season with salt and pepper. Add chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium and add chicken back in, skin side up (they will not submerge all the way; that's fine). Simmer, uncovered, until tomatillos have completely broken down and the sauce has thickened, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Add hominy and continue to cook until flavors have melded and the sauce has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon (it should be looser than tomato sauce, thicker than soup), another 15 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine radish, remaining onion, remaining jalapeño and 2 tablespoons lime juice. Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
- Serve each piece of chicken with sauce spooned around. Top with radish mixture, some cilantro and tortillas alongside for sopping up all the goods.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 693, UnsaturatedFat 27 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 42 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 1670 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams
EASY SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN WITH TOMATILLO SALSA
Here is a slow-cooker chicken dinner to celebrate--three simple ingredients, and dinner is ready when you are.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 3h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Spray 5- to 6-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. Place chicken in slow cooker.
- Scatter thawed corn over top of chicken; pour salsa over all. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 1/2 to 4 hours or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F).
- Use slotted spoon to remove chicken, salsa and corn from slow cooker. Serve chicken topped with corn salsa mixture. Sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 44 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe tomatillos: Look for tomatillos that are firm and have a slightly sticky feel. Avoid tomatillos that are bruised or have blemishes.
- Roast the tomatillos: Roasting the tomatillos intensifies their flavor and gives them a slightly smoky taste. Be sure to roast them until they are slightly charred and softened.
- Use a variety of peppers: This recipe calls for both jalapeños and serrano peppers. However, you can use any type of pepper that you like. Just be sure to adjust the amount of peppers you use depending on how spicy you like your food.
- Don't overcrowd the slow cooker: When you add the chicken and vegetables to the slow cooker, make sure that they are not overcrowded. If they are, they will not cook evenly.
- Cook on low for best results: Cooking the chicken on low for 8-10 hours allows the flavors to meld and develop. If you are short on time, you can cook the chicken on high for 4-6 hours, but the flavor will not be as good.
Conclusion:
This slow-cooked chicken recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy a flavorful Mexican-inspired meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the tomatillos, potatoes, and peppers add a tangy and spicy flavor. Serve with rice, beans, or tortillas for a complete meal.
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