Shredded Chicken Ropa Vieja
Shredded Chicken Ropa Vieja brings tender strands of chicken simmered with onions, bell peppers, tomato puree, white wine, and cumin for a deep, well-rounded flavor. The mellow sweetness of peppers and the gentle acidity of wine balance the rich sauce, making it perfect for serving over rice with sweet plantains on a cozy weeknight or casual gathering.
- Prep40 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Shredded Chicken Ropa Vieja, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 17 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 37
- Heart Health
- 67
- Metabolic
- 33
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 57
- Performance
- 50
- General Wellness
- 1
Put the chicken, onion, tomato, carrot, and 2 cloves of garlic in a large pot and add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then skim off and discard any foam that rises. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered until the chicken is tender, 30 to 40 minutes.
- 2
Transfer the chicken to a bowl and shred it into pencil-thick strips; set aside. Strain and save the cooking liquid, and discard the vegetables.
- 3
Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring, until the vegetables soften, 3 to 4 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the tomato purée, white wine, chicken, and enough of the reserved broth to make a thick sauce. Season with cumin, salt, and pepper, then simmer until the sauce reduces slightly and coats the chicken, about 5 minutes.
- Calories 517.7 kcal High 26%
- Protein 37.8 g Good Source 76%
- Carbohydrate 51.73 g 19%
- Total Fat 13.78 g Moderate 18%
- Saturated Fat 2.41 g Moderate 12%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 138.11 mg High 46%
- Sodium 700.35 mg High 30%
- Dietary Fiber 3.89 g Moderate 14%
- Total Sugars 5.27 g --
- Added Sugars 0.15 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 98.49 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 2.76 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 1037.56 mg Good Source 22%
- Vitamin A 43.71 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 42.08 mg Good Source 47%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Sulfites
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Shredded Chicken Ropa Vieja is made with 13 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr 25 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Carrot, Garlic, Green Bell Pepper, and Ground Cumin. Each serving provides about 517.7 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Shredded Chicken Ropa Vieja made of?
- The main ingredients are Carrot, Garlic, Green Bell Pepper, Ground Cumin, Minced Garlic. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Shredded Chicken Ropa Vieja?
- About 1 hr 25 mins in total: 40 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 517.7 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Shredded Chicken Ropa Vieja easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Shredded Chicken Ropa Vieja healthy?
- Shredded Chicken Ropa Vieja has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 517.7 calories and 37.8 g of protein, or 76% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 700.35 mg (30% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.41 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Sulfites, Tomatoes, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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