Arroz Con Pollo A La Tica Recipe

Name: Arroz Con Pollo A La Tica
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded; 1 medium carrot, small dice; 1/2 cup green beans, cut in 1/2 inch pieces; 1 small onion, small dice; 1/2 red pepper, small dice; 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 6 cups cooked white rice, cold; 5 tablespoons Lizano sauce; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon achiote powder; salt & pepper; 1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped; 1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped

Servings: persons

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 medium carrot, small dice
1/2 cup green beans, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
1 small onion, small dice
1/2 red pepper, small dice
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
6 cups cooked white rice, cold
5 tablespoons Lizano sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon achiote powder
salt & pepper
1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped

1
Cook carrot and green beans in salted water until tender, drain and set aside.
2
In a wok-type pan, saute onion and red pepper in 2 tbsp olive oil until pepper is tender and onion is translucent. Set aside in small bowl.
3
Heat remaining 3 tbsp oil in the wok until hot, then add the cooked rice, stir-frying for several minutes.
4
Add the onion/pepper mixture and mix well to incorporate.
5
Add the Lizano sauce, soy sauce and achiote powder. Mix well to incorporate.
6
Add chicken and mix well to incorporate.
7
Add salt and pepper to taste then remove from heat.
8
Add cilantro and parsley.
9
To serve in a typical manner, fill a serving-sized bowl with the Arroz con Pollo, tamp down, then unmold it onto the dinner plate. Served with a side salad and fried plantains. Here in Costa Rica, it would be served with french fries - a carbohydrate overload!

1406

kcal

Calories

Fat

228

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded, 1 medium carrot, small dice, 1/2 cup green beans, cut in 1/2 inch pieces, 1 small onion, small dice, and more.

Yes, Arroz Con Pollo A La Tica 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 A La Tica

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Variations & substitutions

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