Venezuelan Stewed Chicken (Pollo Sudado)

Pollo Sudado is a variation of our traditional Venezuelan stewed chicken, but it's much quicker and just as delicious. It's best to use chicken thighs, separated and with the skin and excess fat removed, since the bone adds great flavor to the sauce. For vegetables, use whatever you have on hand—I like my favorite trio: tomato, bell pepper, and onion, all cut into large pieces. Season the chicken with salt and annatto powder. Heat a pot WITHOUT OIL, and add the chicken so the annatto can color the pieces. Add all the vegetables, stir, add just a little water, and what I call the magic powders: oregano, cumin, garlic, bay leaves, some olives, and capers, then let it come to a boil. Once it boils, reduce the heat to low and cover tightly for about 45 minutes. The sauce that results is incredibly delicious... The best part is you can just leave it alone during that time. Serve with white rice and salad as you like.
Venezuelan Stewed Chicken (Pollo Sudado)
Pollo Sudado is a variation of our traditional Venezuelan stewed chicken, but it's much quicker and just as delicious. It's best to use chicken thighs, separated and with the skin and excess fat removed, since the bone adds great flavor to the sauce. For vegetables, use whatever you have on hand—I like my favorite trio: tomato, bell pepper, and onion, all cut into large pieces. Season the chicken with salt and annatto powder. Heat a pot WITHOUT OIL, and add the chicken so the annatto can color the pieces. Add all the vegetables, stir, add just a little water, and what I call the magic powders: oregano, cumin, garlic, bay leaves, some olives, and capers, then let it come to a boil. Once it boils, reduce the heat to low and cover tightly for about 45 minutes. The sauce that results is incredibly delicious... The best part is you can just leave it alone during that time. Serve with white rice and salad as you like.
Steps
- 1
Heat a large, deep skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat.
- 2
Separate the chicken thighs, remove the skin and excess fat, and coat them well with the annatto (achiote) powder.
- 3
Once the pan is hot, add the chicken pieces one by one and let them cook without moving for about 3 minutes per side so the annatto colors the chicken. This adds both color and flavor. Once all the pieces are browned, set them aside.
- 4
In the same pan, add all the vegetables cut into large pieces. There's no need to cut them small since they'll break down during cooking.
- 5
Once the vegetables start to soften, add 1/4 cup water (60 ml) and use a spatula or wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, especially from browning the chicken. Return the chicken pieces to the pan and mix well.
- 6
Add the spices, olives, and capers. Stir well, and when it starts to boil, cover tightly, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook undisturbed for about 30 minutes.
- 7
After 30 minutes, check to make sure there's still some liquid and that the chicken is starting to come off the bone. If needed, add another 1/4 cup water (60 ml)—this depends on your pan and heat; I almost never need to add more water. Cover again and cook for another 10-15 minutes.
- 8
When the time is up, turn off the heat and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve preferably with white rice. Fried plantains or a salad make great sides.
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