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Preheat oven to 350u00b0 F.
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Rinse the chicken pieces and pat dry.
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In a small bowl, blend 2 tablespoons oil, salt, pepper, cumin, oregano, paprika and cayenne.
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Rub each piece of chicken with the spice paste and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes for the flavor to develop.
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In a heavy, ovenproof casserole with lid, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
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Fry the chorizo over medium heat until it is crispy and renders its fat.
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Remove the chorizo with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
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Place the chicken in the pan, skin side down, and brown on all sides, about 10 minutes Remove from pan and set aside.
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Make a sofrito by sauteing the onion, garlic, bell pepper and bay leaves; cooking until the vegetables are very soft and almost dissolved.
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Stir in the rice so the grains are well coated with the sofrito.
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Add the tomatoes and broth, season with salt and pepper.
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Return the chorizo and chicken to the pan.
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Bring the mixture to a boil and let simmer for 5 minutes.
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Cover and transfer pot to oven.
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Bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken is done and the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
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Scatter the olives on top of the chicken and rice before serving.
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---To prepare the Salsa Verde---.
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In a mortar and pestle or food processor, mash together all ingredients to form a loose paste.
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Garnish Arroz Con Pollo with Salsa Verde before serving.