Braised chicken with cilantro is a traditional dish that combines fresh and aromatic flavors with a simple and comforting preparation. This dish has its roots in the home cooking of various Latin American countries, where cilantro is a common ingredient that adds a characteristic touch to braised meats. In different regions of Latin America, this dish may have different names or variations, such as "pollo al cilantro" in Mexico, or simply "braised chicken" in countries like Colombia and Peru, although each with its own techniques and accompaniments. The popularity of this recipe lies in its ability to bring together simple and accessible ingredients, achieving an intense and balanced flavor, ideal for sharing with the family.
Stewed chicken with cilantro
How to Make Braised Chicken with Cilantro
To begin this delicious recipe, in a plastic container with a lid or a ziplock bag, combine the soy sauce, cilantro powder, sugar, salt, and pepper to prepare the marinade.
Add the pieces of chicken breast to this mixture, cover or close the container, and shake well so the chicken is evenly coated. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes, turning occasionally so it absorbs flavor on all sides.
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion and garlic clove until soft but not browned, approximately 7 minutes.
Add the chicken along with all the marinade to the skillet and sauté until the chicken is well coated and browned, which will take about 7 minutes.
Add water to the skillet and simmer for 20 minutes, turning occasionally so the chicken cooks evenly and achieves a juicy texture.
Finally, adjust the seasoning to taste. Serve the braised chicken with French bread or rice, and garnish with chopped scallions for a fresh and colorful touch.
Ingredients (9)
- Oil
- Onion
- Clove of Garlic
- Chicken Breasts
- Black Soy Sauce
- Coriander Powder
- Sugar
- Pepper
- Water
Instructions (20 steps)
- 1 In a plastic container with a lid or a ziplock bag
- 2 combine soy sauce
- 3 cilantro
- 4 sugar
- 5 salt
- 6 and pepper to make the marinade
- 7 Add the chicken pieces
- 8 cover or seal
- 9 shake
- 10 and marinate for 20 minutes in the refrigerator
- 11 turning occasionally
- 12 In a heavy skillet over medium heat
- 13 warm the oil and fry the onion and garlic until they are soft but not browned
- 14 approximately 7 minutes
- 15 Add the chicken along with the marinade and sauté until the chicken is well coated and browned
- 16 approximately 7 minutes
- 17 Add water and simmer for 20 minutes
- 18 turning occasionally
- 19 Adjust the seasoning and serve with French bread or rice
- 20 Garnish with chopped scallions
Nutritional Information
Calories:
354 kcal
Protein:
0g
Carbohydrates:
23g
Fat:
30g
Azúcar:
0g
Sodio:
63mg