Chicken vaca frita recipe

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a blue and white plate topped with shredded meat

The province of Oriente is where the traditional Vaca Frita originated. This meal, which is often prepared with shredded beef, has become a standard in Cuban cooking. By substituting chicken for the traditional beef in my recipe, I've given the dish a modern twist that not only makes it a healthier choice but also makes it quick and simple to prepare. This recipe can be made with leftover chicken and is ideal for a weekday dinner. The chicken must be marinated in a mixture of herbs, citrus…

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a white bowl filled with chicken and cilantro next to a lime wedge on the side

Cuban Chicken Vaca Frita is a garlic and onion paradise. If you prefer to use another protein such as turkey or beef use the same process. Something about the way the lime hits the chicken- is perfection.

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CHICKEN VACA FRITA For the mojo: 10 garlic cloves, peeled 2 teaspoons salt ½ teaspoon black peppercorns ½ cup fresh orange juice ¾ cup fresh lime juice done 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil For the Chicken Vaca frita 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast 3…

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a white plate topped with rice and beans

I went to Barnes & Noble the other day and perusing the cookbooks (as I almost always do), I discovered that the ever industrious Estefan’s have published a cookbook . It’s a handsome bundle of paper and has all the “standard” dishes you’d expect. However, one recipe in particular that caught my eye is the …

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a blue and white plate topped with fried food

Mika Leon on Instagram: "Vaca frita de pollo 😍 Bringing back this easy & healthy recipe for the new year thanks to @diandra_marie 😜🔥 1pd. of chicken breast 1 bay leaf 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced 1 tbsp. sazon completa 4 garlic cloves, minced Fresh lime juice Wash your chicken and place in a medium saucepan, covered with water. Add your bay leaf & salt. Boil over medium-low heat for 20-25 min. Remove your chicken from the water and let cool. Once cooled, shred it into very fine…

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a white plate topped with fried food next to a fork and knife on top of a wooden table

Chicken Vaca FritaThanks everyone for watching me on LIVE with Kelly and Ryan... here is the recipe. Make sure to send me pictures!Serves 2Ingredients1 chicken breast, boneless and skinless2 limes, juiced1 teaspoon salt½ teaspoon black pepper6 cloves garlic, crushed1 teaspoon oregano½ teaspoon cumin1 teaspoon olive oil plus some more for cooking 1 onion, slicedSteps1. Place chicken breast in a pot with enough water to cover it and boil. Cook until the chicken is completely fully cooked and…

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