Arroz Con Pollo Chapina (Guatemala Style Chicken An

Name: Arroz Con Pollo Chapina (Guatemala Style Chicken And Rice) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb chicken pcs, skin and fat discarded; 1 Tbsp. corn oil; 1 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/2 c. minced onion; 1 clv garlic, minced fine; 1/2 c. minced ripe tomato; 1 1/2 c. raw rice; 1 c. sliced carrots; 1/3 c. stuffed green olives; 1 Tbsp. capers; 2 1/2 c. chicken broth; 1 c. green peas; 1/2 c. sweet red pimiento, cut into strips; 1 x hard cooked egg, sliced; 2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

3 lb chicken pcs, skin and fat discarded
1 Tbsp. corn oil
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 c. minced onion
1 clv garlic, minced fine
1/2 c. minced ripe tomato
1 1/2 c. raw rice
1 c. sliced carrots
1/3 c. stuffed green olives
1 Tbsp. capers
2 1/2 c. chicken broth
1 c. green peas
1/2 c. sweet red pimiento, cut into strips
1 x hard cooked egg, sliced
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

1
In a large skillet brown the chicken in the oil over medium heat for 20 min.
2
Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and the black pepper.
3
Remove the chicken and set aside.
4
In the same skillet with the chicken fat, fry the onion, garlic and tomato for 2 min.
5
Add in the rice and fry for 2 min more.
6
Add in the carrots, olives and capers and mix everything together.
7
Pour in the broth and chicken pcs.
8
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover skillet and simmer till broth has been absorbed, about 10 min.
9
Add in the green peas.
10
Cover skillet with aluminum foil and punch 8 holes in the top to allow steam to escape.
11
Bake in a 300F oven for 30 min.
12
Fluff up the mix once or possibly twice during the baking time.
13
Serve hot.
14
Decorate the surface with the pimiento strips and egg slices and sprinkle with the cheese.
15
The rice should be dry, loose and not sticky.
16
Serve with fried ripe plantain slices, a salsa picante and pickled vegetables.

1332

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

170

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb chicken pcs, skin and fat discarded, 1 Tbsp. corn oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and more.

Yes, Arroz Con Pollo Chapina (Guatemala Style Chicken And Rice) Recipe 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.

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Arroz Con Pollo Chapina (Guatemala Style Chicken And Rice) Recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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