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Arroz Con Pollo Recipe

A comforting dish featuring tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and seasoned rice, perfect for family dinners.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Latin American
Keyword: Arroz Con Pollo, chicken rice, Latin cuisine, comfort food
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of rice
  • 1 lb chicken thighs skinless and boneless
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika.
  • Brown the chicken in the pot for about 5 minutes on each side.
  • Remove chicken and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened.
  • Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Stir in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth.
  • Add the rice, return the chicken to the pot, and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until rice is cooked.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with cilantro, and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 3g