Embark on a culinary journey to the Philippines with this heartwarming Pochero, a vibrant chicken stew brimming with tender meat, an array of garden vegetables, and the subtle sweetness of plantains, all simmered in a rich and flavorful tomato-infused broth. A truly comforting and satisfying dish that brings the taste of home to your table.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
Carbohydrate
59 g
Cholesterol
203 mg
Fiber
10 g
Protein
64 g
Saturated Fat
15 g
Sodium
886 mg
Sugar
16 g
Fat
52 g
Unsaturated Fat
0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the plantains and potatoes and cook, turning occasionally, until lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pot and set aside.
02
Step
Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
03
Step
Add the chicken pieces and chorizo to the pot. Season generously with salt and pepper. Cover the pot and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to brown slightly.
04
Step
Pour in enough water to completely cover the chicken. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
05
Step
Add the diced tomatoes to the pot, cover, and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes.
06
Step
Stir in the reserved plantain and potato mixture, shredded cabbage, and drained garbanzo beans. Cover and cook until the cabbage is tender and the stew is heated through, about 5 minutes.
07
Step
Serve hot, preferably with steamed rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water.
Feel free to add other vegetables like green beans or bok choy.
If you can't find chorizo de Bilbao, you can substitute with another type of Spanish chorizo or even smoked sausage.
Adjust the amount of water to your desired consistency. The stew should be thick and flavorful.
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Lillie Lowe
Jul 1, 2025I've never had pochero before, but this recipe makes me want to try it again and again.
Sadie Nikolaus
Jun 30, 2025My family loved this! I used chicken broth and it was so flavorful.
Roslyn Marvin
Jun 30, 2025So easy to follow and the results were delicious. Thank you!
Louvenia Jacobson
Jun 29, 2025The chorizo gives it a nice kick. I added some green beans too.
Jamir Ortiz
Jun 28, 2025I made this for a Filipino dinner party and it was a hit!
Beth Feest
Jun 27, 2025This recipe is amazing! The plantains add such a unique sweetness.
Leif Zulauf
Jun 26, 2025The best pochero I've ever made!