How to Make Fried Chicken Chunks (Chicharrones De Pollo) Dominican - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Dominican cuisine, fried chicken chunks, or "chicharrones de pollo" as they are known in the Dominican Republic, are a beloved and popular dish. This crispy and flavorful fried chicken recipe is absolutely delicious, and it's perfect for a casual family meal or for entertaining guests. Whether you're a fan of Dominican cuisine or simply looking to try a new and exciting chicken recipe, chicharrones de pollo are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast meat - cut into chunks
  • ½ cup dark rum
  • ½ cup lemon juice
  • ½ cup minced garlic
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 2 (.18 ounce) packets sazon with coriander and achiote
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups corn oil for frying

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 servings

  • Combine the chicken, rum, lemon juice, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, adobo seasoning, onion powder, pepper, coriander, and sazon seasoning in a bowl; stir. Cover and allow to marinate in refrigerator 4 hours.
  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat to about 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Spread the flour into the bottom of a shallow dish. Coat each piece of marinated chicken with flour.
  • Fry the coated chicken pieces in the hot oil in small batches until no longer pink in the center and golden brown on the outside, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    653 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 55mg
    • Sodium: 488mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 72g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 74mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 513mg