How to Make Chicken Ropa Vieja - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken Ropa Vieja is a delicious and flavorful dish that originates from Cuba. The name “ropa vieja” translates to “old clothes” in Spanish, and the dish got its name from the shredded appearance of the meat, which resembles old, tattered clothing. This hearty and comforting meal is made with tender shredded chicken, bell peppers, onions, and a rich, savory tomato sauce.

This dish is a perfect example of the vibrant and robust flavors that Cuban cuisine is known for. The combination ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast
  • 1 small onion, quartered
  • 1 tomato, quartered
  • 1 carrot, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ green bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
  • ½ red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup tomato puree
  • ¼ cup dry white wine
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Place chicken, onion, tomato, carrot, and 2 cloves garlic into a large pot. Add water to cover, then bring to a boil. Skim and discard the foam that floats to the surface. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer uncovered until chicken is tender, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Place chicken into a bowl and shred it into strips as thick as a pencil; set aside. Strain and reserve cooking liquid; discard vegetables.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic. Cook and stir until vegetables have softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomato purée, white wine, chicken, and enough of the reserved broth to create a thick sauce. Season with cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer until sauce is slightly reduced and coats chicken, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    291 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 88mg
    • Sodium: 151mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Vitamin C: 41mg
    • Calcium: 48mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 545mg