Arroz Con Pollo

Name: Arroz Con Pollo
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Chicken thighs', 'amount': '4, skin-on and bone-in'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Paprika', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Cumin', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Turmeric', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '3 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Green bell pepper', 'amount': '1, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Red bell pepper', 'amount': '1, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Tomato', 'amount': '1, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Frozen peas', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Long-grain white rice', 'amount': '1 1/2 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Chicken broth', 'amount': '3 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh cilantro', 'amount': 'for garnish'}; {'ingredient': 'Lime wedges', 'amount': 'for serving'}

Arroz con Pollo is a vibrant and comforting dish that embodies the essence of Latin American cuisine. This one-pot meal features tender, succulent chicken thighs simmered with aromatic spices, fluffy rice, and colorful vegetables. The combination of turmeric, cumin, and paprika not only adds a delightful warmth and depth of flavor but also a beautiful golden hue to the dish. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations, Arroz con Pollo brings people together around the table, sharing stories and creating memories.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Chicken thighs (4, skin-on and bone-in)
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)
Paprika (1 teaspoon)
Cumin (1 teaspoon)
Turmeric (1/2 teaspoon)
Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
Onion (1, diced)
Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
Green bell pepper (1, diced)
Red bell pepper (1, diced)
Tomato (1, diced)
Frozen peas (1 cup)
Long-grain white rice (1 1/2 cups)
Chicken broth (3 cups)
Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Season the chicken thighs generously with salt, black pepper, paprika, cumin, and turmeric, ensuring they are evenly coated.
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and cook until browned, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion, minced garlic, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, approximately 5 minutes.
Stir in the diced tomato and frozen peas, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Add the long-grain white rice to the skillet, stirring for about 1 minute to coat the rice with the vegetable mixture.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
Return the browned chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the rice mixture. Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Once cooked, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 35 minutes • Calories: 550 • Fat: 25g • Carbs: 45g • Protein: 35g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 5g

Arroz Con Pollo

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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