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Cuban Chicken Fricassee

A hearty Cuban stew of chicken pieces and potatoes simmered in a savory tomato-based sauce, finished with fresh cilantro.

Total time
55 min
Servings
6
Calories
420
Protein
32g
Cuban Chicken Fricassee
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Ingredients

  • 2.5 lb chicken pieces
  • 1.5 lb potatoes
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 medium onion
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ¼ cup cilantro

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season chicken with salt, cumin, and oregano; let sit for 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high; brown chicken on all sides, about 8 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until soft, about 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in tomato sauce and 1 cup water; bring to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Add potatoes, cut into chunks; cover and simmer until chicken and potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes.

  6. 6

    Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • wooden spoon

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