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Chicken Menudo

One-Pan Chicken Menudo with chicken, potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers in a thick, flavorful tomato sauce. This hearty stew is easy to make, economical, and sure to be a crowd favorite!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 288 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • ½ red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into cubes
  • ½ green bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into cubes
  • 4 hot dogs, sliced thinly on a bias
  • 1 onion, peeled and chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thigh meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • ½ cup pineapple juice
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • ¼ cup tomato paste
  • 1 cup water
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons raisins

Instructions

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  1. In a wide pan over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil. Add bell peppers and cook for about  30 seconds or until tender yet crisp. With a slotted spoon, remove from pan and drain on paper towels. 
  2. Add hot dogs and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly browned. With a slotted spoon, remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
  3. In the pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Add onions and garlic and cook until softened. 
  4. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned. 
  5. Add soy sauce and cook for about 1 minute.
  6. Add pineapple juice and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes. 
  7. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and water. Stir to combine and bring to a boil. 
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Lower heat, cover, and cook for about 20 to 25 minutes or until chicken is tender and sauce is slightly reduced.
  9. Add potatoes, carrots, and raisins and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes or until tender. 
  10. Add bell peppers and hot dogs and cook until heated through.
  11. Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Cut the meat and other ingredients in uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.

Nutrition Information

Calories 288kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 107mg (36%) Sodium 585mg (24%) Potassium 830mg (24%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 3020IU (60%) Vitamin C 32mg (36%) Calcium 62mg (6%) Iron 4.2mg (23%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 288

% Daily Value*

Calories 288kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 107mg 36%
Sodium 585mg 24%
Potassium 830mg 18%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 3020IU 60%
Vitamin C 32mg 36%
Calcium 62mg 6%
Iron 4.2mg 23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.