Pollo Con Salsa De Tamarindo (tamarind Glazed Chicken)

Pollo con Salsa de Tamarindo, or Tamarind Glazed Chicken, is a popular dish in Dominican Republic cuisine. The sweet and tangy tamarind glaze gives the chicken a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Pollo Con Salsa De Tamarindo (tamarind Glazed Chicken)

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup tamarind pulp
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the tamarind pulp, brown sugar, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens into a glaze. Set aside.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
  3. Brush the tamarind glaze over the cooked chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
  4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Saucepan Skillet

Tools

Brush for glazing

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pollo con Salsa de Tamarindo with a side of rice and a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of flavor, add a splash of lime juice to the tamarind glaze before brushing it onto the chicken.

Cost

$15