Chicken Picadillo

Bursting with bold, savory-sweet flavors, Chicken Picadillo is a comforting one-pan dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. This Latin-inspired recipe features tender ground chicken simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce full of vibrant ingredients like green olives, raisins, and aromatic spices such as cumin, paprika, and oregano. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, it strikes the ideal balance between hearty and wholesome. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds the perfect finishing touch, making it a versatile entrée that pairs beautifully with fluffy white rice, or as a flavorful filling for tacos or empanadas. Whether you’re craving a quick meal or exploring global cuisine, this Chicken Picadillo recipe is sure to delight your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 pound Ground chicken
• 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes (canned, with juice)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 0.5 cup Green olives, sliced
• 0.25 cup Raisins
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup Chicken stock or water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and diced green bell pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground chicken to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Mix in the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and tomato paste, stirring until evenly combined.

Step 6

Stir in the green olives, raisins, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken stock or water and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the sauce thickens.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot over white rice, or use as a filling for tacos or empanadas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1586.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1442.6

Total Fat 82.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 384.7mg	0%
Sodium 5784.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 56.2g
Protein 103.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 390.4mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 4680.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.0%

Protein: 26.6%

Carbs: 25.3%