Chicken Pochero Recipe
This Chicken Pochero Recipe is the perfect comfort meal! Made with chicken, potatoes, cabbage, tomato sauce, and garlic, this hearty stew is warm, flavorful, and easy to make. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights—save this recipe now!
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Ladle
- Stove
Ingredients
- 1 kg chicken cut into serving pieces
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato sauce
- 3 cups chicken broth or water
- 2 medium potatoes cubed
- 1 ripe plantain or banana sliced, optional
- 1 cup green beans
- 1 cup cabbage cut into chunks
- 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Optional additions:
- 1/2 cup chickpeas for extra texture
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté Aromatics
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Then add onions and sauté until soft and slightly translucent.
Step 2: Add Tomatoes
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften and release their juices. This creates a flavorful base for the stew.
Step 3: Brown the Chicken
- Add the chicken pieces to the pot. Cook for a few minutes until lightly browned on the outside.
Step 4: Build the Broth
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the tomato sauce. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
Step 5: Simmer
- Lower the heat and let the chicken simmer for about 20 minutes. This allows the flavors to develop and the chicken to become tender.
Step 6: Add Vegetables
- Add the potatoes and plantains. Cook for another 10 minutes, then add the green beans and cabbage.
Step 7: Season and Finish
- Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for another 5–10 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
Step 8: Serve
- Serve hot with steamed rice.