Dominican Pan Seared Chicken (Pollo a la Plancha)

This classic Dominican chicken recipe is sure to be a staple in your home!

Servings: 4 people

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Prep Time:
20 minutes

Cook Time:
25 minutes

Main Course

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Instructions

1 In a bowl mix the chicken, adobo, oregano, soy sauce, lime and garlic. Marinate
for at least 2 hours or overnight.
2 In a skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
3 Add the chicken (reserve the marinade left) and sauté until the meat is lightly
browned. If needed, add a bit of water to the leftover marinade and add to the
chicken if its drying out and not fully cooked.
4 Once chicken is almost done, about 7 to 10 minutes en each side, add onions,
peppers and olives.
5 Cover and simmer over medium heat for another 10 minutes, Simmer and turn
chicken over until the vegetables are cooked through.
6 When done add fresh cilantro and serve!
7 Serve with white rice and beans. Or chicken breasts in a salad, or on tortillas
with your favorite fixings.