Guatemalan Chicken And Rice(Arroz Con Pollo Chapina) Recipe

Name: Guatemalan Chicken And Rice(Arroz Con Pollo Chapina)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb. chicken, skin removed and cut into pieces; 1 Tbsp. oil; 1 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. black pepper; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 cup tomato, chopped; 1 cup carrots, sliced; 1/3 cup green olives; 1 Tbsp. capers; 2 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1 cup green peas; 1/2 cup red pimiento pepper cut in strips; 1 hard boiled egg, sliced; 2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese; 1 1/2 cups rice, optional

Servings: persons

3 lb. chicken, skin removed and cut into pieces
1 Tbsp. oil
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup tomato, chopped
1 cup carrots, sliced
1/3 cup green olives
1 Tbsp. capers
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup green peas
1/2 cup red pimiento pepper cut in strips
1 hard boiled egg, sliced
2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups rice, optional

1
In a large skillet brown the chicken in the oil over medium heat for 20 minutes.
2
Sprinkle 1/2 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. black pepper over chicken.
3
Remove from skillet and set aside.
4
In the same skillet fry the onion, garlic and tomato for 2-3 minutes.
5
Add the carrots, olives and capers and mix well. pour in chicken broth and add cooked chicken back into skillet.
6
Bring to a boil, cover skillet and reduce heat.
7
Cook until broth has been absorbed, about 10-15 minutes.
8
Add peas.
9
Heat oven to 300F.
10
Cook rice.
11
Place chicken in baking dish and cover with foil, poke 6-8 holes in top of foil to allow the steam to escape.
12
Bake for 30 minutes, spoon mixture over chicken one time during baking.
13
Garnish with red pimento slices, egg slices and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve with rice, salsa and vegetables.

1482

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

166

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb. chicken, skin removed and cut into pieces, 1 Tbsp. oil, 1 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. black pepper, and more.

Yes, Guatemalan Chicken And Rice(Arroz Con Pollo Chapina) 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.

Guatemalan Chicken And Rice(Arroz Con Pollo Chapina)

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