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Arroz con Pollo

Savory Arroz con Pollo: Your Ultimate Comfort Food Fix

Savory Arroz con Pollo is a comforting dish that embodies the essence of Latino cuisine, perfect for gatherings and weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Latino
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cooking Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with vegetable oil or chicken fat
  • 1 medium Onion chopped; shallots can be used
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced; substitute with garlic powder (1/2 teaspoon)
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (bone-in, skinless) can swap for chicken drumsticks or breasts
For the Flavor Profile
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin can try coriander for variation
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika offers a deeper flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric consider saffron for a traditional touch
For the Rice
  • 2 cups Long-Grain Rice fragrant basmati rice is a lovely alternative
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
For the Color and Texture
  • 1 piece Green Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 piece Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas fresh peas if in season
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped; substitute parsley for milder flavor
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the chicken by heating olive oil in a pot, add chicken thighs, brown for 5 minutes on each side, then remove.
  2. Sauté onions in the same pot for 3 minutes, then add garlic and bell peppers, cooking until softened.
  3. Incorporate cumin, paprika, and turmeric, stirring for 1 minute to enhance flavors.
  4. Add rice, sautéing for 2-3 minutes to coat in flavors.
  5. Pour chicken broth into the pot, bring to a boil, and then add chicken back in. Simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  6. After cooking, stir in peas and heat through for 5 minutes.
  7. Fluff the rice and garnish with cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with lime wedges for added flavor. Adjust seasoning based on broth saltiness.

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