Arroz Con Pollo Mccall's Cooking School Recipe

Indulge in this vibrant Spanish classic! Our Arroz Con Pollo recipe, perfected by McCall's Cooking School, features tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and fragrant saffron rice baked to golden perfection in a comforting casserole. A delicious and satisfying meal perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 145 mins
Calories 1176.5 kcal
Protein 150g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Arroz Con Pollo Mccall's Cooking School

  • 1 (2 1/2-3 lb) roasting chicken, cut into 8 pieces
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup green olives, sliced
  • 2 green bell peppers, chopped
  • 2 large onions, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (not specified in recipe)
  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
  • 1 cup dry white rice
  • 1 (1 lb) can tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed chicken broth, undiluted
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas
  • 1 cup green olives, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons pimientos, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons capers (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • Paprika (not specified in recipe)
  • Chopped Parsley (not specified in recipe)

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How to Make Arroz Con Pollo Mccall's Cooking School

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken pieces on all sides.
  3. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  4. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in saffron threads and rice. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and tomato sauce. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet. Bring to a simmer.
  8. Cover the skillet and transfer to the preheated oven. Bake for 45 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and stir in peas and chopped parsley. Cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

89g

Carbs

23g

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