Dominican Pollo Guisado (Stewed Chicken)

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Dominican Pollo Guisado (Stewed Chicken).

1. Step 1

   Start by taking a large bowl and adding your chicken pieces.

2. Step 2

   Sprinkle in the ranchero sazon criollo, making sure each piece is nicely coated.

3. Step 3

   Next, toss in the chopped onion, Cubanelle peppers, sazon liquido, and garlic paste, mixing everything together until well combined.

4. Step 4

   Now, grab a heavy pot and heat some vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

5. Step 5

   Carefully add the brown sugar to the pot without stirring, allowing it to cook for about 5 to 10 minutes until it transforms into a rich, dark brown color.

6. Step 6

   Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.

7. Step 7

   Once the sugar reaches that perfect shade, gently add the chicken pieces one by one, saving the vegetables and any leftover liquid from the bowl.

8. Step 8

   Stir the chicken to coat it in the sweet, caramelized sugar-oil mixture, then cover the pot and let it cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the chicken is beautifully browned.

9. Step 9

   After that, it’s time to bring everything together.

10. Step 10

    Add the reserved vegetables and liquid back into the pot, along with some water, tomato paste, chopped celery, and chicken bouillon powder.

11. Step 11

    Give it a good stir to mix all the flavors.

12. Step 12

    Cover the pot again, reduce the heat to medium-low, and let the chicken stew gently for about 15 to 30 minutes, or until it’s cooked through and tender.

13. Step 13

    As it simmers, the delightful aromas will fill your kitchen, making it hard to resist sneaking a taste! Enjoy the process and savor the delicious meal you’re creating.