So Easy Arroz Con Pollo (Spanish Chicken and Rice)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
So Easy Arroz Con Pollo Recipe (Spanish Chicken and Rice)
in Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast , cut into 1 inch cubes
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 minced garlic cloves
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 3/4 cups water
1 medium tomatoes , chopped
1 package farmhouse savory chicken rice pilaf mix ( if you ca n't find that , use 6 ounces of yellow rice )
1/3 cup frozen peas , thawed
1/3 cup sliced pimento-stuffed green olives

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
420
Sugar
2g
Fat
14g
Arroz con pollo, meaning 'rice with chicken,' is a Spanish classic, with variations throughout Latin America, Central America, and the Caribbean. The recipe originated in Spain, but it traveled around the world, becoming popular throughout the Western Hemisphere and now enjoyed worldwide. Arroz con Pollo can be made in different ways and can add many ingredients like assorted vegetables, different spices, and served with a variety of side dishes. It is always a comforting dish to enjoy for any meal.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, saute chicken, onion, and garlic in oil until chicken is no longer pink.
2.Add water, chopped tomato, and rice to the skillet and bring to a boil.
3.Reduce heat, cover, and simmer mixture for 15 minutes.
4.Add peas and olives to the skillet and cook an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.Remove from heat, let it sit for five minutes before removing the lid.
6.Fluff with a fork and serve.

PROS

So Easy Arroz Con Pollo is a complete and inexpensive meal packed with protein, vegetables, and rice.
This recipe can be made in one skillet, which makes clean-up a breeze.

CONS

This recipe has a high sodium content.
Be sure to use low-sodium rice mix.
This dish contains olives, which some people might not prefer.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Arroz con pollo is packed with nutrients, such as protein from the chicken and carbohydrates from the rice. It also has vitamins and minerals from the onion, garlic, and tomato, and fiber from the peas. Depending on the recipe, it can also contain antioxidant properties in the ingredients.

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