Pollo En Crema | FoodieAtlas

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 large bell pepper, chopped
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Cooked rice or tortillas, for serving

Instructions

Cook the Chicken

In a large skillet or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Prepare the Sauce Base

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Saut√© until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in the chopped bell pepper and tomatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes until the tomatoes begin to break down.

Make the Cream Sauce

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Stir in the ground cumin, dried oregano, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.

Add Cream and Chicken

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and sour cream. Cook gently until the sauce is creamy and well combined.

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Simmer for 5-10 minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.

Finish and Serve

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.