Arroz Con Pollo (Chicken With Rice) Recipe

Name: Arroz Con Pollo (Chicken With Rice)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, more as needed; 1 1/2 lbs chicken parts, patted dry and liberally seasoned with; coarse salt, and; fresh ground black pepper; 1/2 - 1 lb Italian sausage, cut in 2-inch pieces (sweet or hot); 1 small onion, chopped; 1 medium bell pepper, cut in 1/2-inch dice (green or red); 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional); 1/2 cup peeled crushed tomatoes (I use canned); 1/2 cup dry white wine or 1/2 cup beer; 1 bay leaf; 2 cups medium grain rice; 2 1/4 cups water

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil, more as needed
1 1/2 lbs chicken parts, patted dry and liberally seasoned with
coarse salt, and
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 - 1 lb Italian sausage, cut in 2-inch pieces (sweet or hot)
1 small onion, chopped
1 medium bell pepper, cut in 1/2-inch dice (green or red)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional)
1/2 cup peeled crushed tomatoes (I use canned)
1/2 cup dry white wine or 1/2 cup beer
1 bay leaf
2 cups medium grain rice
2 1/4 cups water

1
In a deep, heavy-based pot (such as a Dutch oven), heat the oil on medium high. Saute the chicken, in batches if necessary, until golden on all sides, 7 to 10 minutes.
2
Transfer the chicken to a platter.
3
Saute the sausage until browned, about 3 minutes.
4
Transfer the sausage to the platter.
5
Pour off and discard the excess oil, leaving about 1 Tbs. in the pan.
6
Reduce the heat to medium and saute the onion, pepper, and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
7
Return the chicken and sausage to the pot and add the cumin, paprika, chili powder, and turmeric, if using, stirring to distribute the spices. Cook for 1 minute and then add the tomatoes, wine (or beer), and bay leaf.
8
Increase the heat to medium high, stir, and cook for 2 minutes.
9
Add the rice and water. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the rice is done and the liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes. (If the rice is done but still very soupy, remove the cover and cook very gently until the liquid evaporates, taking care not to burn the rice.).
10
Give a toss and then let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

854

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, more as needed, 1 1/2 lbs chicken parts, patted dry and liberally seasoned with, coarse salt, and, fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Arroz Con Pollo (Chicken With Rice) 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 (Chicken With Rice)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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