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Arroz Con Pollo 1 Dish Meal Recipe

Craving authentic Arroz con Pollo? This one-pan recipe delivers a vibrant, delicious meal in just 45 minutes! Inspired by a homemade salsa (check out Leah's Food Processor Salsa recipe!), this dish is perfect for using up extra salsa and satisfying your Mexican food cravings. We start with pre-cooked rice for ultimate speed and convenience, making it ideal for a busy weeknight. Get ready for tender chicken, flavorful rice, and a burst of fresh salsa in every bite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 368 kcal
Protein 54g
Rating 4.5 (24 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Arroz Con Pollo 1 Dish Meal

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Button Mushroom
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup salsa
  • Monterey Jack Cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked long-grain rice
  • Salt And Pepper
  • Parsley
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • Avocado slices (for garnish)
  • Lime juice (for garnish)

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How to Make Arroz Con Pollo 1 Dish Meal

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or oven-safe pan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes. Cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the pan. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Stir in 2 cups cooked long-grain rice, 1 (15-ounce) can of diced tomatoes, undrained, 1 cup of your favorite salsa (or use Leah's Food Processor Salsa!), 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional).
  5. Pour in 1 1/2 cups of chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped cilantro before serving.
  8. Garnish with extra cilantro, avocado slices, and a squeeze of lime juice (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

26g

Carbs

9g

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