Ww 6 Points – Pollo Borracho (Drunken Chicken)

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 2
Ww 6 Points - Pollo Borracho (Drunken Chicken) Recipe
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup golden raisin
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
16 ounces skinless chicken breasts or 16 ounces chicken thighs
1 teaspoon corn oil
1 cup thinly sliced onion
1/2 ounce sliced blanched almond
2 large garlic cloves , crushed
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
10 small green olives , sliced
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 cup tbsps cider vinegar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 cup tequila
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
258
Sugar
11g
Fat
8g
Pollo Borracho, or Drunken Chicken, is a traditional Mexican dish that gets its name from the tequila used in the recipe. The tequila is used to flambe the chicken, which burns off the alcohol but leaves behind a unique flavor. This version of the dish is a healthier, WW-points-friendly take on the classic recipe. The dish is balanced with sweet raisins, sharp onions, and briny olives, all served over a bed of tender chicken. It's a perfect recipe to impress guests with a unique, complex flavor profile that doesn't break the bank.

Instructions

1.Mix the golden raisins, dry sherry, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl and set aside.
2.Cut the chicken breasts or thighs into bite-sized pieces and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3.Heat the corn oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4.Add the chicken to the pan and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until browned on all sides.
5.Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
6.Add the onions and almonds to the pan and cook until the onions are golden brown, about 6-7 minutes.
7.Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
8.Add the chicken broth, olives, thyme, cider vinegar, tequila, cornstarch, and sugar to the pan, stirring to combine.
9.Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
10.Add the chicken back into the pan and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through and the sauce has thickened. Serve hot.

PROS

This dish is low in calories, with only 6 WW points.

The combination of sweet golden raisins, savory chicken, and briny olives makes for a complex flavor profile that is sure to impress.

It’s also a one-pot meal that can be made in under an hour.

CONS

This recipe contains alcohol, which may not be suitable for all diets or individuals.

The dish may be too sweet for some palates, and the olives may not be everyone’s cup of tea.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is high in protein from the chicken and almonds, which can help with muscle growth and repair.
The dish also contains onions and garlic, which have immune-boosting properties and may aid in reducing inflammation.

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