How Do You Cook Authentic Mexican Chicken?
From the first time I visited a Mexican home for dinner and ate the delicious chicken, I wondered “how do they do that?” Such a wonderful blend of subtle flavors! Here’s how to do it yourself….you’ll be glad you did! Remove the stems, seeds and membranes from the dried chiles and soak in hot water for 20 minutes. Peel the tomatoes (easy if you dip in boiling water for a few minutes), garlic and onion and cut into pieces. Drain the chiles and transfer to a blender. Add the peeled tomatoes, onion, garlic and broth and puree. Heat the oil in a saucepan and add the pureed sauce. Stir a bit to let it bloom. Simmer for 10 minutes over low heat and add salt to taste. Using a heavy, deep frying pan with sides at least 3 ” high, brown the chicken well in the oil in two batches, remove from pan and set aside. Add chorizo and sauté for a few minutes. Drain excess oil and add 1 cup of the sauce. Mix well, then add chicken pieces and cover with the remaining sauce. Bring to a simmer, and then coo
