Estofado De Pollo Recipe
Chicken stew with vegetables, potato, and rice.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Brown the Chicken
Add the chicken thighs to the pot. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is browned on all sides.
- 3
Add Vegetables and Broth
Stir in the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and chicken broth. Add the bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 4
Simmer the Stew
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- 5
Cook the Rice
While the stew is simmering, cook the rice according to package instructions. Usually, combine 1 cup of rice with 2 cups of water in a pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover for about 15-20 minutes.
- 6
Final Seasoning
Taste the stew and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
- 7
Serve
Serve the stew hot over a bed of rice.
