Chicken pepián is a traditional Guatemalan dish filled with intense flavors and exquisite aromas. Prepared with a variety of ingredients and spices, this stew is perfect for sharing with family.
Chicken pepián is a traditional Guatemalan dish filled with intense flavors and exquisite aromas.
Prepared with a variety of ingredients and spices, this stew is perfect for sharing with family.
The combination of sesame seeds, pepitoria, chilies, onion, garlic, chicken, and a variety of vegetables creates a thick and flavorful broth that is served hot accompanied by rice or fried ripe plantain, a delight that you must try!
Chicken Pepián
Ingredients
1 tablespoon of Oil
2 tablespoons of Sesame seeds
2 tablespoons of Pepitoria
1 Chopped guaque chili
1 Chopped pasa chili
1 Chopped onion
4 Chopped garlic cloves
Water
1 Chicken pieces
2 Chicken consommé packets
3 Cubed tomatoes
4 Cubed potatoes
1 Sliced carrot
Green beans
Cilantro
Preparation
Step 1 : In a hot pan, sauté the sesame seeds, pepitoria, guaque chili, pasa chili, onion, and garlic.
Step 2 : Then, set aside.
Step 3 : Next, in a container, heat water until boiling and cook the chicken with the Chicken Consommé and tomatoes.
Step 4 : Once the tomatoes are cooked, remove from water, peel them, and set aside the chicken in another container.
Step 5 : Then, blend the chicken broth, sautéed ingredients, and tomatoes.
Step 6 : In a larger pot, place the blended sauce, chicken, potatoes, carrot, and green beans.
Step 7 : Cook the mixture until boiling and the vegetables are tender.
Step 8 : Finally, add more salt to taste, cilantro, and consider the dish ready to serve.
Step 9 : This dish can be served with rice or fried ripe plantain.
Step 10 : Once the cooking process is complete, it is recommended to enjoy this delicious stew.













