Arroz Con Pollo Y Frijoles Recipe

Ingredients for Arroz Con Pollo Y Frijoles

• Chicken Thighs
• 1 tsp garlic salt
• Fresh Coarse Ground Black Pepper
• Nonstick Cooking Spray
• Long Grain Rice
• Tomatoes And Green Chilies
• 1.75 cups chicken broth
• Refried Beans
• Monterey Jack Cheese

How to Make Arroz Con Pollo Y Frijoles

1. Season chicken pieces with garlic salt and black pepper.
2. Spray a large skillet with cooking spray. Heat over medium-high heat.
3. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 7 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
4. Add rice to the skillet and toast for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, in the chicken fat.
5. Stir in diced tomatoes (and Ro*Tel, if using) and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
7. Gently stir in refried beans.
8. Place the cooked chicken on top of the rice and beans.
9. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
10. Cover and heat for an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Serve immediately and enjoy!