Arroz Con Pollo 1 Dish Meal Recipe

Name: Arroz Con Pollo 1 Dish Meal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1/2 inch strips; 3 tablespoons cooking oil; 1/2 lb button mushroom, quartered; 1 medium onion, medium diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups salsa, I use medium heat; 1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded; 2 cups chicken stock; 2 cups cooked rice; salt and pepper; parsley or cilantro, for color; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1/2 inch strips
3 tablespoons cooking oil
1/2 lb button mushroom, quartered
1 medium onion, medium diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups salsa, I use medium heat
1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
2 cups chicken stock
2 cups cooked rice
salt and pepper
parsley or cilantro, for color
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)

1
in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat then add mushrooms, onion, and garlic. let cook for 2 minutes or so.
2
season chicken with salt, pepper, cumin, and cayenne- add to skillet, cook until chicken is brown on all sides.
3
add salsa and rice stir frequently while the chicken continues to cook.
4
Add chicken broth a little bit at a time, like you're making risotto(you probably won't need the whole amount of chicken broth because the rice is already cooked- the amount you need depends on what kind of salsa and rice you use).
5
When chicken is cooked through and the surrounding rice is creamy, turn off heat and stir in cheese.
6
Top with some chopped cilantro or parsley for a pop of color.

1031

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1/2 inch strips, 3 tablespoons cooking oil, 1/2 lb button mushroom, quartered, 1 medium onion, medium diced, and more.

Yes, Arroz Con Pollo 1 Dish Meal falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Arroz Con Pollo 1 Dish Meal

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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