Take-Out Fake-Out Pollo Con Crema

Health score
7%
Take-Out Fake-Out Pollo Con Crema
60 min.
12
336kcal

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Craving that creamy, comforting goodness of Pollo Con Crema but don't want to break the bank (or leave the house)? Look no further! This "Take-Out Fake-Out" version is your answer to a delicious and satisfying meal for the whole family, ready in just about an hour.

Forget those mystery ingredients and excessive prices – this recipe lets you control exactly what goes into your dish, guaranteeing fresh flavors and a restaurant-quality experience in your very own kitchen. Imagine tender cubes of chicken, perfectly complemented by sauteed mushrooms, bell peppers, and onions, all bathed in a luxurious, homemade cream sauce that's bursting with savory spices.

What sets this Pollo Con Crema apart is the depth of flavor achieved through a simple yet effective technique: creating a flavorful roux. This golden base, made with butter and flour, adds a nutty richness that elevates the sauce beyond ordinary cream-based dishes. A touch of ketchup and hot sauce bring a subtle tang and a welcome kick that will tantalize your taste buds. Served warm and comforting and rolled in tortillas.

So gather your loved ones, crank up the music, and get ready to create a memorable meal that's both budget-friendly and unbelievably delicious! This recipe yields a generous 12 servings, making it perfect for potlucks, gatherings, or simply preparing a satisfying batch of leftovers for a week of flavorful lunches. With just a few simple steps, you'll be enjoying the ultimate comfort food experience that will have everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to ditch the take-out menus – your homemade Pollo Con Crema is about to become a new family favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.5 teaspoon california chiles dried
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin divided
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 12 6-inch flour tortillas ()
  • ounce mushrooms fresh sliced
  • cloves garlic minced
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream 
  • tablespoons catsup to taste
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • dashes pepper sauce hot to taste redhot® (such as Frank's )
  • large bell peppers red cut into chunks
  • 12 servings salt and pepper to taste
  • large chicken breast halves boneless skinless cubed
  • 0.3 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • large onion yellow sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Sprinkle chicken cubes with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the chicken until the juices run clear, 5 to 10 minutes.
  3. Transfer the chicken to a bowl, and heat 1 more tablespoon olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the mushrooms, bell peppers, onion, and garlic until the vegetables are beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.
  4. Transfer the vegetables into the bowl with the chicken.
  5. Melt butter over medium-high heat in the same skillet, and whisk in the flour. Cook the mixture, whisking constantly, until the roux is lightly browned and gives off a toasted fragrance, about 2 minutes.
  6. Whisk in the broth, bring to a simmer, and whisk until thickened. Reduce heat to low, and whisk in the cream, sour cream, ketchup, hot sauce, cumin, and ground dried chiles. Cover the skillet, and simmer until thick and the flavors have blended, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Gently stir in the chicken and vegetables.
  7. Serve rolled in flour tortillas.

Nutrition Facts

Calories336kcal
Protein15.78%
Fat57.22%
Carbs27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.5
Glycemic Load
6.92
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
14.55217380109%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.17mg
Isorhamnetin
0.63mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
2.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:335.62kcal
16.78%
Fat:21.62g
33.26%
Saturated Fat:11.26g
70.38%
Carbohydrates:22.95g
7.65%
Net Carbohydrates:20.81g
7.57%
Sugar:5.06g
5.63%
Cholesterol:70.72mg
23.57%
Sodium:544.53mg
23.68%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.41g
26.83%
Vitamin C:37.62mg
45.6%
Vitamin B3:6.87mg
34.35%
Selenium:22.7µg
32.43%
Vitamin A:1476.13IU
29.52%
Vitamin B6:0.44mg
22.23%
Phosphorus:204.24mg
20.42%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.8%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.07%
Folate:54.67µg
13.67%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.33%
Potassium:392.72mg
11.22%
Vitamin B5:1.08mg
10.85%
Iron:1.83mg
10.18%
Vitamin E:1.31mg
8.73%
Fiber:2.14g
8.55%
Calcium:81.41mg
8.14%
Copper:0.14mg
7.02%
Magnesium:27.42mg
6.86%
Vitamin K:6.55µg
6.24%
Zinc:0.73mg
4.84%
Vitamin D:0.55µg
3.68%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
2.97%
Source:Allrecipes