Chicken with Tomatillo Sauce and Braised Fruit
Chicken with Tomatillo Sauce and Braised Fruit is a flavorful Mexican Mexican Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Rub chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionRub chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano.
Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead.
Keep refrigerated.
Heat oil in a heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
Add chicken pieces and cook until browned, about 5 minutes per side.
Transfer chicken to plate.
Add onion to pot; sauté 2 minutes.
Add garlic and chipotles; stir 1 minute.
Stir in tomatillos and cinnamon stick; return chicken pieces to pot.
Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally, about 35 minutes.
Add pears, apricots, and cherries and simmer until pears are tender, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
Transfer to serving dish; sprinkle with chopped green onions and epazote, if desired.
Serve with warm tortillas.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.