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Arroz Con Pollo Chicken With Rice Recipe

A taste of tradition! This authentic Arroz con Pollo recipe is passed down through generations. Enjoy tender chicken simmered in a flavorful broth, perfectly complementing fluffy Spanish rice. A comforting and delicious dish the whole family will love.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 537.2 kcal
Protein 79g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Arroz Con Pollo Chicken With Rice 89

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Arroz Con Pollo Chicken With Rice

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups long grain rice
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 4 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0 shortening (not used in this recipe; 2 tablespoons olive oil is used for browning)
  • 4 cups hot water (to dissolve bouillon cubes for broth)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 pinch saffron threads (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

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How to Make Arroz Con Pollo Chicken With Rice

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
  2. Add onion, garlic, and bell peppers to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes (undrained), rice, chicken broth, cumin, paprika, saffron (if using), cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

31g

Carbs

13g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Main Dish Poultry Mexican Chicken Dietary One Dish Meal Low Calorie Low Carb Inexpensive Low In Something Meat