Pollo con Calabacitas

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Pollo con Calabacitas

Classic Mexican Comfort Dish

Pollo con Calabacitas is a classic Mexican comfort dish that feels like a warm hug from Abuela. With its blend of simple, heartwarming flavours, it’s both hearty & fresh. Perfectly paired with arroz blanco, this dish is pure comfort in every bite.

SPICINESS

SERVES

6

COOKING TIME

40 min

Ingredients

  • 500g Chicken (thighs & leg)
  • 2g garlic cloves
  • 1/2 onion, sliced
  • 1 long green chilli
  • 300g corn kernels
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 500g zucchini
  • 1/4 bunch coriander
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

  1. Slice the onion, julienne the chilli & dice the zucchini.
  2. Chop the garlic finely.
  3. In a hot pan with oil, sauté the chicken & garlic until golden brown.
  4. After 10 minutes, add the sliced onion, chilli & corn kernels.
  5. After 5 minutes, add the diced zucchini & chicken stock. Cover & simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add the bunch of coriander, check for salt & pepper & simmer until the zucchini is cooked.

¡Buen Provecho!

 

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