Description
Arroz con pollo is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings comfort to your dining table. This one-pot meal features tender chicken simmered with aromatic spices and fluffy long-grain rice, creating a delightful harmony of flavors. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe is easy to prepare and customizable based on your pantry staples. Impress your loved ones with this culinary gem that guarantees smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon saffron or 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and bell peppers until softened.
- Add chicken breasts and sear both sides until golden brown (about 5–7 minutes per side).
- Stir in washed rice, cumin, paprika, saffron (or turmeric), salt, and pepper until well-coated.
- Pour in tomato sauce and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover tightly and reduce heat to low. Cook undisturbed for about 20–25 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Fluff with a fork before serving; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Latin
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg