Pollo Encebollado

6 Reviews

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 50 min
Ready In: 55 min

“A Central American specialty that means 'chicken smothered in onion'. Serve with hot, cooked rice.” - by Evelyn Bonilla

Ingredients

1 (4 pound) chicken, cut into pieces
1 tablespoon corn oil
3 onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

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Original recipe yields 6 servings

Directions

In a large skillet, heat corn oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and saute for 5 minutes, until lightly browned. Add onions and saute for 2 minutes more. Add juice, broth, salt and pepper. Stir all together. Cover skillet and reduce heat to low. Let simmer for 45 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (6 total)

Calories
698 cal
35%

Fat
47.9 g
74%

Carbs
6.4 g
2%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Reviews (6)

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DREGINEK

Jul. 23, 2003

"This was wonderful and unique! Per the previous reviewer, I served over "Coconut Rice" (also found on this site) and the combination of flavors was great (salt& sweet)! I've never had anything like it..." See more but I'll be making this tasty dish again! Thanks Evelyn for sharing this new way to cook chicken!"

STEELE

Jun. 23, 2003

"This recipe is wonderful with Coconut Rice..." See more"

LDSMOM01

Jan. 28, 2005

"The chicken was moist, but lacked flavor. I followed the recipe exactly, but next time might add some garlic or other seasonings. It tasted like boiled chicken with onions...." See more"

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