CHICKEN ROPA VIEJA
Ropa Vieja is a mainstay of the Cuban-American diet. It's traditionally made with skirt steak, a stringy cut of meat with the poetic name fajita (girdle) in Spanish. This recipe uses chicken breast and is fantastic; the leftovers are even better. It is wonderful served with white rice and fried plantains or a pineapple-coconut slaw.
Provided by crcowley
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time 1h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place chicken, onion, tomato, carrot, and 2 cloves of garlic into a large pot. Add water to cover, then bring to a boil. Skim and discard the foam that has floated to the surface. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer uncovered until the chicken is tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Place the chicken into a bowl and shred it into strips as thick as a pencil; set aside. Strain the cooking liquid and discard the vegetables.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, onions, green peppers, and red peppers. Cook and stir until the vegetables have softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomato puree, white wine, chicken, and enough of the reserved broth to create a thick sauce. Season with cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes more to reduce the sauce slightly and coat the shredded chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 87.9 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 34.7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 151.1 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
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carolyn mills
[email protected]This is the best chicken ropa vieja recipe I've ever had!
Abbas Love
[email protected]I can't wait to make this recipe again! It's so delicious.
Roxanne Shabalala
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves Cuban food.
Sineth Sankalpa
[email protected]I've tried many different chicken ropa vieja recipes, but this one is by far the best.
Ian Johnson
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for chicken ropa vieja. It's always a winner!
Siam Boss
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.
Istar Sh
[email protected]This dish is a great way to feed a crowd. It's also very easy to make ahead of time.
Rora Maro
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The chicken is so tender and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Avayjung Chhetri
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to add some Cuban flavor to your next meal.
Hareem Khan
[email protected]I've been making this dish for years and it's always a hit. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
The Bama Gurl
[email protected]This is one of the best chicken recipes I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the results are incredible.
Nalbert James Ricketts
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was so tender and the sauce was very flavorful.
Slezea is back ch
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also very budget-friendly.
Ofentse Motsabi
[email protected]I was a little hesitant to try this recipe, but I'm so glad I did! The chicken ropa vieja was amazing!
Toyin Oladigbolu
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken is so flavorful and juicy, and the sauce is perfect.
Laura Lynne Helms
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The leftovers are also great for lunch the next day.
Valobashi Tumake
[email protected]This is my new favorite chicken recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.
Wilson Muchoki
[email protected]The chicken ropa vieja was a hit at our dinner party! Everyone raved about the flavor and tenderness of the chicken.