Slow Cooker Arroz Con Pollo (Chicken With Rice)

Name: Slow Cooker Arroz Con Pollo (Chicken With Rice)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs skinless chicken breasts, bone-in (6 small); 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 small onion, cut into 1-inch chunks; 2 garlic cloves; 1/2 chipotle chile (from canned chipotle in adobo sauce); 1 (14 ounce) can low sodium chicken broth; 1 1/2 cups instant rice; 1 1/2 cups frozen peas; 1 pint cherry tomatoes; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped; lime wedge, for serving

Servings: persons

4 lbs skinless chicken breasts, bone-in (6 small)
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 small onion, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 garlic cloves
1/2 chipotle chile (from canned chipotle in adobo sauce)
1 (14 ounce) can low sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups instant rice
1 1/2 cups frozen peas
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
lime wedge, for serving

1
Rinse chicken and pat dry.
2
Combine oregano, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
3
Sprinkle half of spice mixture over chicken and rub in with fingers; set remaining aside.
4
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking.
5
Add chicken and cook, turning, until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes.
6
Transfer to a 6-quart slow cooker.
7
Place canned tomatoes, onion, garlic, chipotle and remaining spice mixture in a blender.
8
Cover and blend until almost smooth; pour over chicken. Add broth.
9
Cover and cook, 4 to 5 hours on low or 2 to 2-1/2 hours on high.
10
After cooking for the time above, gently stir in rice, cover and cook on high, stirring once, 30 minutes.
11
Turn cooker off, stir in peas, cover and let stand 15 minutes.
12
Cut cherry tomatoes in half and toss with cilantro; serve over chicken and rice, with lime wedges on the side.

1258

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

162

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: 4 lbs skinless chicken breasts, bone-in (6 small), 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker 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!