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How to Make Calabaza Con Pollo (Calabaza Squash and Chicken) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Calabaza Con Pollo, or Calabaza Squash and Chicken, is a delightful and comforting dish that hails from the Caribbean. This hearty stew is a perfect blend of juicy chicken, tender calabaza squash, and a rich, flavorful broth. The dish is a staple in many Caribbean households, and for good reason - it's filling, delicious, and incredibly satisfying.

Calabaza squash, also known as West Indian pumpkin, is a popular ingredient in Caribbean cuisine. This squash has a sweet, nutty flavor an...

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 calabaza squash, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 medium zucchini, cubed
  • 1 medium yellow squash, cubed
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add chicken thighs. Continue to boil until no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, 15 to 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Drain, reserving 2 cups broth. Shred or chop chicken and set aside.
  • Mix salt, garlic powder, cumin, and black pepper together in a bowl and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add calabaza squash, zucchini, yellow squash, tomato, and onion. Cook and stir until tender, about 10 minutes. Add corn, followed by tomato sauce, dry spice mixture, and chicken. Pour in reserved 2 cups chicken broth. Mix well.
  • Cover the pan and let simmer over medium heat, 20 to 30 minutes.

    • Nutrition

    378 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 105mg
    • Sodium: 1284mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 28mg
    • Calcium: 80mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1078mg

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