Best 4 Mexican Smothered Chicken Thighs Recipes
Mexican smothered chicken thighs are a flavorful and juicy dish that can be easily made at home. This dish is typically made with bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs that are browned and then simmered in a rich and flavorful sauce. The sauce is typically made with a combination of tomatoes, chilies, onions, garlic, and spices. Mexican smothered chicken thighs can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, beans, tortillas, or roasted vegetables.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
MEXICAN SMOTHERED CHICKEN THIGHS
Chicken thighs are a juicier, less expensive alternative to boneless, skinless chicken breasts. They're used to perfection in this Mexican-inspired dish. -Jeanne Trudell, Del Norte, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, seasoned salt, salt and pepper. Place milk in a separate shallow bowl. Coat chicken with flour mixture, then dip in milk and coat again with flour mixture., In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil in batches. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , In the same skillet, saute onion and jalapenos until tender. Add the tomato sauce, water and spices. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Pour over chicken., Cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°-175°. Freeze option: Place cooled chicken with sauce in freezer containers and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered skillet, gently stirring; add a little broth or water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 802mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
VERSATILE MEXICAN CHICKEN THIGHS
Chicken thighs are coated with a seasoning mix composed in part of typical Mexican flavors: cumin and oregano. They are then cooked on the stovetop for an easy, flavorful meal. The thighs may be eaten as a main dish accompanied by sides of tortillas, refried beans, tomato salsa and perhaps Mexican rice. Or consider them as fillings for warm corn tortillas. Either way, I think you'll like these -- both for their flavor and for their ease of preparation!
Provided by Lorraine of AZ
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix the garlic, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper on a wide plate or baking dish. Put chicken thighs on top, then turn them over to coat with the seasoning mix.
- Put the olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the chicken thighs and cook 7-8 minutes. Turn the thighs over and cook 7-8 minutes longer or until thighs are cooked through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.4, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 85.9, Sodium 381.6, Carbohydrate 1.2, Fiber 0.2, Protein 20.6
FIESTA SMOTHERED CHICKEN
Topped with ooey-gooey shredded cheese, this tender skillet chicken looks great and tastes even better. You'll get a kick out of its jalapeno zip. -Teresa Jones, Ashdown, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; set aside., In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute the mushrooms, onion and jalapeno in 2 teaspoons butter until tender. Remove and keep warm., Drain and discard marinade. In the same skillet, cook chicken in remaining butter over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Spoon vegetable mixture over each chicken breast; sprinkle with cheeses. Cover and cook for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 488mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.
SMOTHERED CHICKEN WITH MUSHROOMS
A play on the chain restaurant specialty of the same name - a bit healthier and just as satisfying!
Provided by M. Kertello
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 53m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Coat both sides of chicken breasts with oregano and cayenne pepper and place on a baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and red wine. Cook and stir until vegetables shrink down a bit, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and cracked black pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low to low; cook until tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Pour mushroom mixture on top of the chicken. Continue baking until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 8 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of the chicken and cook until cheese is bubbly, about 5 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 100.5 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 35.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 519.4 mg, Sugar 4 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, color, and texture to your dish. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, zucchini, and corn.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. If you overcrowd the pan, the chicken will not cook evenly and will be more likely to stick. Cook the chicken in batches if necessary.
- Season the chicken well. A good seasoning blend will help to enhance the flavor of the chicken. Some good options include chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Use a flavorful sauce. The sauce is what will really bring your dish together. There are many different sauce recipes available, so you can find one that suits your taste. Some good options include a tomato sauce, a tomatillo sauce, or a mole sauce.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides. Some good options include rice, beans, tortillas, or salad.
Conclusion:
Smothered chicken thighs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a little planning and preparation, you can have a flavorful and satisfying dinner on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a tasty and easy recipe, give Mexican smothered chicken thighs a try.
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