Arroz Na Gallinha Recipe

Name: Arroz Na Gallinha
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1 large onion; 4 cups chicken broth; 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; 3 cups cooked rice; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 medium bell pepper; Black Beans; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1-2 green chili peppers; 8 ounces tilapia fillets; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans; Optional fresh parsley

This vibrant Arroz Na Gallinha recipe is a family favorite, bursting with flavor and perfect for a comforting weeknight meal or a special occasion. I developed this recipe myself and it's guaranteed to impress! Tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich broth with fragrant spices, bell peppers, beans, and a hint of zesty lemon. The addition of tilapia adds a delightful twist! This recipe is incredibly filling and satisfying – your family will be asking for seconds!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 70 mins

Calories 719.6 kcal

Protein 80g

Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Arroz Na Gallinha

1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 large onion
4 cups chicken broth
1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
3 cups cooked rice
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon paprika
1 medium bell pepper
Black Beans
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-2 green chili peppers
8 ounces tilapia fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans
Optional fresh parsley

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How to Make Arroz Na Gallinha

Finely chop 1 large onion. In a large frying pan, fry the onion in 2 tablespoons of olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes).
Add 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, 4 cups of chicken broth, and 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs.
Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook on medium-high heat for 10 minutes.
Stir in 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves, and 1 teaspoon paprika.
Add 1 medium bell pepper (any color), chopped; 1 (15 ounce) can of kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; and 1-2 green chili peppers, finely chopped (adjust to your spice preference). Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
While the chicken simmers, chop 8 ounces of tilapia fillets into bite-sized pieces.
Add the chopped tilapia to the pot and cook for 10 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.
Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture spooned over 3 cups of cooked rice. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional). Serve warm.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

25g

Carbs

32g

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