Silvestre Chicken Recipe
A flavorful, easy-to-make Silvestre Chicken featuring tender, spiced chicken thighs simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, this dish combines wholesome ingredients with bold flavors for a satisfying meal everyone will love.
Equipment
- arge skillet or frying pan with lid
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 medium tomatoes chopped
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Brown them on both sides until golden, about 4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add chopped tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until tomatoes soften and sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Return chicken to skillet, pour in chicken broth, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or fresh chopped chili.
Substitute chicken thighs with boneless skinless breasts, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
Serve with rice, roasted veggies, or warm tortillas for a complete meal.
Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 4 days.