Arroz con Pollo (Peruvian Style)

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 11
Classic Arroz con Pollo recipe with a Peruvian twist
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
5 skinless chicken pieces
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 large onion , cut into small cubes
2 cloves garlic , minced
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 cups white rice
2 cups water
1 can beer
1 carrot , cut into small cubes
1 cup green peas

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
485
Sugar
4g
Fat
9g
Arroz con Pollo is a popular dish in many Latin American countries, and this recipe has a Peruvian twist. The addition of beer in the recipe gives it a unique flavor that is sure to impress your guests. The chicken is cooked with rice, green peas, and carrot cubes, making it a complete meal that can be enjoyed with a side of salad or salsa. The aroma of the cilantro and garlic will fill your kitchen, and the final result will be a colorful dish that is perfect for a family dinner or potluck.

Instructions

1.Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
2.Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside on a plate.
3.Add the onion, garlic, and cilantro to the pot and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
4.Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat it in the oil and onion mixture.
5.Pour in the water, beer, and carrot cubes, and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
6.Let the rice and chicken simmer for about 20 minutes, ensuring that the rice has absorbed all the liquid and the chicken is cooked through.
7.Add the green peas, stir everything together, and let it cook for an additional 5-10 minutes.
8.Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

This dish is a complete meal, with protein from the chicken and carbohydrates from the rice.

The addition of beer gives it a unique flavor and aroma.

CONS

The use of beer in the recipe means that it’s not alcohol-free.

This dish can be high in sodium due to the use of salt.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Arroz con Pollo is a balanced meal that provides healthy nutrients such as protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
The use of cilantro can aid in digestion, and carrots are known to be an excellent source of vitamin A.

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