POLLO BORRACHO (CUBAN)

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Here is a Cuban version of Drunken Chicken featuring white wine and rum. This is from Mary Urrutia Randelman's "Memories of a Cuban Kitchen".

Provided by Acerast

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 -5 lbs whole chickens, cut into 8 serving pieces
salt
pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup olive oil, Spanish
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 large onion, thickly sliced
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup light rum
3/4 cup large green Spanish olives, unpitted

Steps:

  • Wash the chicken pieces, pat dry with paper towels, and season with salt, pepper and oregano.
  • In an oven-proof skillet large enough to hold the chicken pieces without crowding, heat the olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
  • Brown the chicken pieces on both sides.
  • Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
  • Reduce the heat to low, add the garlic and onions, and cook, stirring, until tender, 6-8 minutes, adding more oil if necessary.
  • Add the bay leaf, wine, rum and olives and stir to incorporate.
  • Return the chicken to the pan, cover, and cook over low heat until tender, about 45 to 60 minutes OR, if you prefer, place the covered skillet in a 350F oven for 45 minutes.
  • Remove the bay leaf and serve.
  • Delicious with white or yellow rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1244.7, Fat 89.4, SaturatedFat 23, Cholesterol 331.4, Sodium 704.4, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2, Protein 78.6

Lovren Kalungi
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This is my favorite Cuban chicken recipe. I make it all the time. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Shahab Raziq
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I made this recipe for my Cuban friends and they loved it. They said it was the best Cuban chicken they had ever had.


AKASH BOSS
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This recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would use less sugar next time.


Shamoon Fayyaz
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The chicken was a bit overcooked, but the sauce was delicious. I would cook the chicken for a shorter amount of time next time.


Jill Millington
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This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.


Mya Meyers
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I've made this recipe several times for potlucks and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is always a crowd-pleaser.


Doyle Hess
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the chicken is always cooked to perfection.


El Frizelle
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I would give this recipe a 10/10. It's easy to follow, the ingredients are easy to find, and the chicken is always delicious.


Majen Ni
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was delicious and the sauce was amazing.


AdRiYaN HiMeL
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is packed with flavor.


Shohag Hassan Onik
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I've tried many Cuban chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is incredible.


Pakistanboy
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This is my go-to recipe for Cuban chicken. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Asad Choudhar
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I made this dish for my family and they all raved about it. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was perfect.


Ramkrisna Bishwokarma
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. I would make it again, but I would use less chili pepper.


Felicia Hardeman
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Not a fan of this recipe. The chicken was bland and the sauce was too sweet.


Manu
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was amazing. I would definitely make this again, but I would cook the chicken for a shorter amount of time.


Motoai Motoai
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Easy to follow recipe and the chicken came out delicious. I served it with rice and beans and it was a perfect meal.


Louise Harty
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors is just perfect.


Frank Lugard
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This recipe was a hit at my last dinner party! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was incredible. I will definitely be making this again.