What Seco de pollo is
Chicken stew with coriander, beer and rice.
Seco de pollo is listed as a dish in the Ecuador guide, where the index tags it familiar flavours, rice-based and alcohol. Treat those labels as a menu translation rather than the full picture. Portion size, garnish and cooking method change from one counter to the next, and so does the price.
Where to find Seco de pollo
Seco de pollo is listed as nationwide rather than tied to one city, so it is a safe thing to look for wherever you land in Ecuador. Markets and casual counters are the best value; the sit-down restaurant version is usually larger and more expensive.
The Ecuador guide also covers 6 dishes and 2 bakery items; open the country page for the full menu and the other places in the index.
What it costs
Seco de pollo sits in the mid-range band, which we define as roughly US$8–20. Across the 8 food entries we track for Ecuador, 6 are budget, 2 are mid-range and 0 are premium.
| Band | Typical range | Items | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | usually under US$8 | 6 | Encebollado, Llapingachos, Ceviche de camaron |
| Mid-range | roughly US$8–20 | 2 | Hornado, Seco de pollo |
| Premium | usually US$20 and up | 0 | — |
Within this list, Seco de pollo is one of 6 dish entries and 2 mid-range items; 2 items share the familiar flavours tag.
Dietary notes
- Alcohol tag: the indexed version contains alcohol. Ask whether a non-alcoholic version exists.
How to order it
- Rice is the base of the plate. Ask whether it is included or charged separately, and whether refills are free.
- Flavours are approachable rather than challenging, which makes this a safe first order if the menu is unfamiliar.
- Ask for the price before ordering, especially where the menu lists market price or sells by weight.
Pair it with
These are the Ecuador items that make most sense alongside Seco de pollo, either as a second course or as the drink that finishes the meal.
Closest matches on the menu
These Ecuador items share the most tags with Seco de pollo, so they are the most useful comparisons for flavour, price and preparation.
Seco de pollo: common questions
What is Seco de pollo?
Chicken stew with coriander, beer and rice. It is listed in the TasteBridge Ecuador guide as a dish.
How much does Seco de pollo cost in Ecuador?
Expect the mid-range band: roughly US$8–20. Prices move with the city and the venue, so treat this as a planning figure rather than a fixed menu price.
Is Seco de pollo vegetarian?
Seco de pollo is not tagged vegetarian in our data. Ask before ordering if you avoid meat, fish or animal fats; the recipe can vary by kitchen.
Where can I try Seco de pollo?
Our index lists it across Ecuador, so it is not tied to one address. Ask locally which version is served at breakfast, lunch or late evening, because the same name can cover different presentations.
Indexed as dish for Ecuador. Price bands are planning estimates, not live menu prices. Last reviewed 2026-11-06.