Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs), cut into 8 pieces
- 1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup)
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (12 oz) bottle Goya Sazon seasoning with annatto
- 1 tsp ground oregano
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup canned coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 lb frozen green peas
Preparation Time:
Cooking Time:
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot, heat a little oil over medium heat. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides, then remove from the pot.
- Add the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the tomatoes, Sazon seasoning, oregano, and cumin. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the coconut milk and chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, return the chicken to the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in the green peas and cilantro and cook for 5 minutes more.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the recipe
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Sodium: 700mg
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 30g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful chicken dish
- Rich, creamy coconut milk sauce
- Vibrant and colorful vegetables
- Authentic Puerto Rican flavors
User Comments:
- "This fricassee is absolutely delicious! The chicken is so tender and the sauce is rich and creamy."
- "I've never had Puerto Rican fricassee before, but this recipe is a winner. It's easy to make and tastes amazing."
- "The coconut milk gives this dish a unique and delicious flavor that I love."
- "I served this fricassee with rice and beans, and it was a perfect meal."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use canned coconut milk for the best flavor and consistency.
- If you don't have Sazon seasoning, you can substitute a mixture of salt, pepper, oregano, and cumin.
- Be sure to cook the chicken through before serving.
