How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Arroz con Pollo?

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup olive oil, 3 tablespoons Achiote seeds, 1 or 2 whole chickens cut into parts or 5 boneless chicken breasts cut into chunks, 2 brown onions, diced, and more.

Is Arroz con Pollo suitable as soups & stews?

Yes, Arroz con Pollo falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Arroz con Pollo?

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

Arroz con Pollo Recipe

Name: Arroz con Pollo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons Achiote seeds; 1 or 2 whole chickens cut into parts or 5 boneless chicken breasts cut into chunks; 2 brown onions, diced; 10 cloves garlic, minced; 2 green peppers, diced; 1 red pepper, diced; 1 yellow pepper, diced; 1 jar capers; 3 cups long grain rice; 1/2 bunch cilantro leaves, cut up; 6 basil leaves cut into strips; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 jar green olives (pimento stuffed); 3 bay leaves; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 can baby peas; Garnishes: pimentos and fresh asparagus; 4 plantains; 1/2 cup peanut oil; Salt

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Place 1/2 cup of olive oil in small pan and add the achiote.

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Heat on medium heat until bubbles form, then remove from heat and let steep.

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Drain achiote seeds from oil (should be a vibrant reddish-orange color).

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Place oil in large stockpot.

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Heat oil on high and place chicken pieces in pot and brown - this is done just to brown chicken NOT to cook it.

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Remove chicken from pot Place diced onions, garlic, and peppers in pot with the achiote.

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Saute until soft (do not burn garlic).

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Put capers in pot and cook for a while with the onion mixture.

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Add rice to the pot with garlic, peppers, garlic and capers, then swirl rice into the mixture.

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Let the rice cook for just about a minute.

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Place cut up cilantro and basil in pot.

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Add in chicken broth and make sure you scrape the pot.

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Add chicken pieces back in.

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Put olives in and mix.

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Place bay leaves in pot.

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Check for seasonings (Please note: add salt and pepper at the end).

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Let the mixture cook on medium heat until the rice is done.

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Add peas just before serving.

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In another medium pot place peeled asparagus in water and boil until they turn bright green.

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Place in ice bath to stop the cooking process.

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To serve, place rice and chicken in a large platter.

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Arrange chicken pieces around platter and rice in the center.

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Place cooked asparagus around the platter and then place pimentos in the center.

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Serve with tostones (recipe follows).

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Peel plantains and cut at an angle.

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Place in cold water with salt.

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In a large frying pan put in 1/2 cup oil (preferably peanut oil ).

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Place plantains in pan and cook until somewhat soft (they will turn a lovely pale yellow color).

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Take them out of the pan and smash each one between 2 pieces of foil (folded 2 or 3 times to make a thick pad - place 2 paper towels on top of foil so that you don't burn yourself).

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Return to frying pan (you may have to add more oil).

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Fry until crisp and then season with salt.

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Serve with rice and chicken - or just about anything!

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Arroz con Pollo

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