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Cuban Chicken Fricassee

Cuban Chicken Fricassee

Discover the rich flavors of Cuban Chicken Fricassee, a hearty dish with tender chicken and vibrant veggies. Perfect for family dinners!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 thighs chicken thighs bone-in, skin removed
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1 juice of lime
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning
  • 13-15 green olives
  • 2 carrots carrots sliced into chunks
  • 5-6 small potatoes halved (or 2 large potatoes, cubed)

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Colander (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs with orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours (or overnight).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and sear both sides until golden brown, then set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onions and bell peppers for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, reserved marinade, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and add green olives. Stir and let bubble gently.
  6. Return chicken to the pot, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Add carrots, stir, cover, and cook for another 15 minutes.
  8. Add potatoes, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender. Adjust seasoning before serving.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with white rice or crusty bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat the chicken dry before searing for a golden crust. Don’t skip the marinating step for tender, flavorful chicken. Adjust the paprika level based on desired smokiness. For storage, the dish can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen (avoiding potatoes) for up to 3 months. Enhance the sauce with a splash of dry white wine during cooking for added complexity.
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