Panamanian Sancocho
Sancocho is a traditional Latin American stew.
It is made with chicken, yuca, potatoes, plantains, and corn.
The ingredients are simmered together in a large pot.
The result is a hearty soup with a mix of vegetables and chicken.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 2, 2026Share
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Description
Sancocho is a traditional Latin American stew.
It is made with chicken, yuca, potatoes, plantains, and corn.
The ingredients are simmered together in a large pot.
The result is a hearty soup with a mix of vegetables and chicken.
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Ingredients 10
9 cups water
1 whole chicken
2 plantains, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 onion, chopped
0.5 cup chopped fresh cilantro
5 cloves garlic, chopped
1.5 teaspoons salt
3 pounds yuca (cassava) roots, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
6 small red potatoes, quartered
1 (15.25 ounce) can corn, drained
Instructions
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1
Combine 9 cups of water, 1 whole chicken, 2 plantains cut into 2-inch pieces, 1 chopped onion, 0.5 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 5 cloves chopped garlic, and 1.5 teaspoons salt in a large pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook for 45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked.
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Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool. Add 3 pounds yuca cut into 1-inch cubes, 6 small red potatoes quartered, and 1 can of corn (15.25 ounces, drained) to the pot. Cook over medium heat for 30 minutes or until the yuca and potatoes are soft.
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3
Remove the chicken skin and bones, then put the chicken meat back into the pot and stir to combine.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 456 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 9g
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Saturated Fat 3g
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Cholesterol 50mg
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Sodium 469mg
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Total Carbohydrate 75g
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Dietary Fiber 5g
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Protein 21g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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