Chicken and Rice - Arroz Con Pollo Recipe

Name: Chicken and Rice - Arroz Con Pollo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinlesss chicken thighs; adobo with pepper, to taste; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 6 fresh garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups onions, finely diced; 1 ½ cups green peppers, finely diced; 6 cups water; 2 (5 g) packets sazon con azafran seasoning (comes in envelopes in a box, gives color and a distinct flavor to latin dishes); 2 chicken bouillon cubes; ½ cup goya pitted alcaparrado, sliced; 3 cups long-grain rice; 1 (4 ounce) jargoya fancy sliced pimientos

Servings: persons

2 lbs boneless skinlesss chicken thighs
adobo with pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
6 fresh garlic cloves, minced
2 cups onions, finely diced
1 ½ cups green peppers, finely diced
6 cups water
2 (5 g) packets sazon con azafran seasoning (comes in envelopes in a box, gives color and a distinct flavor to latin dishes)
2 chicken bouillon cubes
½ cup goya pitted alcaparrado, sliced
3 cups long-grain rice
1 (4 ounce) jargoya fancy sliced pimientos

1
Season the chicken with Adobo.
2
In a caldero or large heavy pot, heat oil on medium.
3
Cook the chicken, in batches if necessary, until brown on all sides.
4
Set aside.
5
Stir in minced garlic, onion, and green pepper and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
6
Add the rice and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
7
Stir in the water, Sazon and Bouillon.
8
Raise the heat, and bring to a boil.
9
Add the Alcaparrado and chicken.
10
Stir, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 25 minutes or until rice is tender.
11
To serve, fluff rice and garnish with pimiento strips.

1382

kcal

Calories

Fat

175

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs boneless skinlesss chicken thighs, adobo with pepper, to taste, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 6 fresh garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Rice - Arroz Con Pollo 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.

Chicken and Rice - Arroz Con Pollo

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