Introducing the Authentic Mexican Pollo En Pipian Recipe – a delectable dish that transports you straight to the heart of Mexico, combining traditional flavors with a modern twist! 🇲🇽🍲
Mexican Pollo En Pipian
Total Time: 2 hours
Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken
- 6 dried ancho chiles
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 onions
- 1/2 green pepper
- 2 carrots
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup water (for soaking chiles)
- 3 1/2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1/4 cup salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon dried whole thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon clove
- 1/8 teaspoon rice (for serving)
- Tortillas (for serving)
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 712.4
- Fat: 45.5g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 172.5mg
- Sodium: 818.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 25.5g
- Fiber: 8.7g
- Sugar: 5.9g
- Protein: 52.5g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chiles:
- Remove stems and seeds from dried ancho chiles.
- Chop the chiles and combine them with 1/2 cup hot water in a small bowl.
- Cover and set aside for 1 hour.
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Drain the Chiles:
- After an hour, drain the soaked chiles.
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Start Cooking:
- In a large Dutch oven, combine the chicken and the next 6 ingredients.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour.
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Strain and Reserve Broth:
- Remove the chicken and vegetables from the broth and set them aside.
- Strain the broth; reserve 1 cup and return 2 cups to the Dutch oven.
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Prepare Chicken Mixture:
- Bone and chop the chicken, then return it along with the vegetables to the Dutch oven.
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Blend the Chiles:
- Combine the soaked chiles and reserved 1 cup of broth in the container of an electric blender.
- Process until smooth.
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Add Peanut Butter:
- Add peanut butter to the blended chiles and process until smooth.
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Combine and Season:
- Add the chile and peanut butter mixture to the chicken mixture.
- Stir well, then add salt, cinnamon, thyme, and cloves.
- Stir again to incorporate all the flavors.
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Simmer:
- Cover the Dutch oven and let the mixture simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
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Serve:
- Serve this mouthwatering Pollo En Pipian with rice and warm tortillas.
This Mexican Pollo En Pipian recipe is a culinary journey, embracing the rich and vibrant flavors of Mexico. The combination of the smoky ancho chiles, creamy peanut butter, and aromatic spices creates a symphony of tastes that will undoubtedly make this dish a favorite at your dining table. Enjoy the warmth and authenticity of Mexican cuisine right in your own home! 🌶️🍗🥘
