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Arroz con Pollo Recipe

Delicious Arroz con Pollo Recipe for the Ultimate Comfort Meal

This Arroz con Pollo recipe combines savory chicken and fluffy rice for a comforting meal that brings joy to family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Latin
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken (bone-in, skin-on)
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Cumin Can substitute with coriander
  • 1 tsp Paprika Smoked paprika deepens flavor
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric Optional for milder taste
For the Cooking Base
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Vegetable oil works fine
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Any color, chopped
For the Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Long Grain Rice Uncooked
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is a lighter option
  • 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes With juice
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro For garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, and turmeric, rubbing them into the skin.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden.
  3. Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in the uncooked long-grain rice, toasting for 1-2 minutes to absorb flavors.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Let simmer before folding in frozen peas.
  6. Nestle browned chicken pieces into the rice mixture. Cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes on low heat.
  7. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Let the dish rest before serving to enhance flavors. Adjust spices according to preference.

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