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Arroz con Pollo Recipe

Arroz con Pollo Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Arroz con Pollo is a classic Latin American one-pot dish featuring seasoned chicken thighs, bell peppers, and rice cooked in a flavorful broth.


Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 1 1/2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Vegetables:

  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Other Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Season Chicken: Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven. Sear chicken thighs until browned, then set aside.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, sauté onion and bell peppers. Add garlic and cook.
  4. Cook Rice: Stir in rice, cumin, paprika, and oregano. Add chicken broth and tomato sauce. Return chicken to the pot.
  5. Simmer: Bring to a boil, then simmer until rice is tender and chicken is cooked. Add peas during the last 5 minutes.
  6. Finish: Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken if desired.
  • Consider adding olives or pimientos for extra flavor.
  • Serve with a side salad or fried plantains.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Latin American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg