Chicken with Tomatillo Sauce and Braised Fruit

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
32%
Chicken with Tomatillo Sauce and Braised Fruit
45 min.
4
739kcal

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Elevate your dining experience with this vibrant and flavorful dish: Chicken with Tomatillo Sauce and Braised Fruit. Perfect for a gluten-free and dairy-free lifestyle, this recipe not only tantalizes the taste buds but also nourishes the body with wholesome ingredients. The succulent chicken, marinated in a symphony of spices, meets the tanginess of fresh tomatillos and the sweetness of braised pears, apricots, and cherries, creating a delightful balance of flavors.

Imagine the savory aroma wafting through your kitchen as you sauté the chicken to golden perfection, then enrich the sauce with aromatic garlic, earthy oregano, and a hint of smoky chipotle that lingers in every bite. This dish is a celebration of textures and tastes, inviting you to savor the unexpected combination of savory and sweet. Add in some fresh epazote for an aromatic hint of the Mexican countryside, and you have a meal that transports you to a sunny patio, enjoying the simple pleasures of life.

Whether served as a hearty lunch or a sumptuous dinner, this chicken with tomatillo sauce pairs beautifully with warm corn tortillas, making it ideal for sharing with family and friends. In just 45 minutes, you can create a stunning main course that impresses and delights guests or fulfills your cravings for something unique and satisfying. Indulge in this culinary adventure and bring a piece of vibrant Mexican cuisine to your table!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons chipotle sauce canned minced (from chipotles in adobo)
  • pound meat from a rotisserie chicken quartered
  •  cinnamon sticks 
  • servings warm corn tortillas 
  • 0.7 cup apricots dried
  • 0.5 cup cherries dried packed
  • 10 large epazote leaves fresh finely chopped
  • large garlic cloves chopped
  •  green onions chopped
  • large onion halved thinly sliced
  • tablespoon oregano dried (preferably Mexican)
  • pound pears cored peeled cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • pounds tomatillos husked rinsed quartered
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • pot

Directions

  1. Rub chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.
  2. Heat oil in a heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned, about 5 minutes per side.
  4. Transfer chicken to plate.
  5. Add onion to pot; sauté 2 minutes.
  6. Add garlic and chipotles; stir 1 minute. Stir in tomatillos and cinnamon stick; return chicken pieces to pot. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally, about 35 minutes.
  7. Add pears, apricots, and cherries and simmer until pears are tender, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
  8. Transfer to serving dish; sprinkle with chopped green onions and epazote, if desired.
  9. Serve with warm tortillas.

Nutrition Facts

Calories739kcal
Protein19.47%
Fat41.08%
Carbs39.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.91
Glycemic Load
15.29
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
32.699565503908%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.34mg
Catechin
0.31mg
Epigallocatechin
0.67mg
Epicatechin
4.26mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.19mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
2.22mg
Kaempferol
0.37mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
9.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:739.11kcal
36.96%
Fat:34.86g
53.63%
Saturated Fat:8.58g
53.63%
Carbohydrates:75.34g
25.11%
Net Carbohydrates:60.09g
21.85%
Sugar:42.01g
46.68%
Cholesterol:122.47mg
40.82%
Sodium:139mg
6.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.17g
74.33%
Vitamin B3:16.63mg
83.16%
Vitamin K:70.4µg
67.05%
Fiber:15.25g
60.98%
Manganese:0.97mg
48.69%
Vitamin C:39.8mg
48.24%
Vitamin B6:0.93mg
46.32%
Phosphorus:462.48mg
46.25%
Potassium:1474.64mg
42.13%
Selenium:27.6µg
39.43%
Vitamin A:1951.17IU
39.02%
Magnesium:124.83mg
31.21%
Iron:5.25mg
29.14%
Copper:0.51mg
25.59%
Zinc:3.39mg
22.58%
Vitamin E:3.36mg
22.42%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.93%
Vitamin B5:2.11mg
21.07%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
17.98%
Calcium:146.8mg
14.68%
Folate:54.42µg
13.6%
Vitamin B12:0.51µg
8.44%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.18%
Source:Epicurious