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Green Chicken Salsa Verde (Mexican‑Style Chicken Thighs)
Bone‑in, skin‑on chicken thighs are seared until the skin is crispy, then simmered in a bright, herbaceous salsa verde made from tomatillos, jalapeño, onion, garlic, mint and cilantro. The chicken is shredded, bones removed, and the mixture frozen in silicone “Lego” cubes for quick, nutritious Mexican‑flavored meals.
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Critical Success Points
- • Seasoning the chicken evenly
- • Rendering the skin to a crisp golden color
- • Covering the pan while simmering to keep the chicken moist
- • Shredding the chicken while still warm for easy removal of bones
Safety Warnings
- • Hot oil can splatter – use a splatter guard or keep face away while searing
- • Chicken bones are sharp – handle with care when removing
- • Use oven mitts when handling hot freezer molds
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