Pollo Enchilado

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1
Spicy and Flavorful Pollo Enchilado Recipe
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr 25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 whole chicken ( cut up )
2 tablespoons oil
4 garlic cloves , minced
4 whole cloves
3 whole black peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon whole cumin seed
1/4 teaspoon Mexican oregano
3 avocado leaves
3 mint leaves ( santa leaves known in Spanish as hoja santa which is a dry leaf that is found in Latin markets , subs )
1/4 cup water
3 tomatoes
8 guajillo chilies
1 ancho chili
6 arbol chiles
1/4 small white onion
3 cups water
salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
340
Sugar
3g
Fat
22g
Pollo Enchilado is a traditional Mexican recipe that translates to 'spicy chicken'. It is a comforting and hearty dish that is enjoyed all over Mexico, especially during family gatherings and celebrations. The recipe's signature flavors come from a blend of spicy dried peppers and seasonings cooked with chicken. The end result is a sauce that is full of flavor and rich in color. Serve it with homemade tortillas, beans, and rice for an authentic Mexican dining experience.

Instructions

1.Dry roast the guajillo, ancho and arbol chilies in a skillet until fragrant.
2.Soak the roasted chilies in hot water for about 30 minutes.
3.In the meantime, in a Dutch oven heat oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for a minute, until fragrant.
4.Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
5.Add whole cloves, black peppercorns, cumin seed, Mexican oregano, avocado leaves, mint leaves, and water. Stir.
6.In a blender, puree the soaked chilies, white onion, and tomatoes.
7.Add the puree to the Dutch oven, cover with 3 cups of water and salt.
8.Cook over medium heat for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked and tender.

PROS

Pollo Enchilado is a spicy and flavorful recipe perfect for food lovers who enjoy a little heat and soulful flavors in their meals.
It is easy to cook with simple ingredients.

CONS

This recipe may not be suitable for people who cannot tolerate spicy flavors.
The dish may be high in sodium and fat due to the use of chicken skin and oil.
The use of avocado leaves is optional.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pollo Enchilado has potential health benefits due to the use of garlic, black pepper, and cumin seed. Garlic can boost your immune system and has anti-inflammatory properties. Black pepper is rich in antioxidants that fight free radicals. Cumin seed is good for digestion and may help control blood sugar levels.

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