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Arroz con Pollo Recipe

Easy Arroz con Pollo Recipe for a Hearty Meal finished dish
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Arroz con Pollo is a classic Latin dish featuring tender chicken cooked with flavorful rice, vegetables, and spices. This hearty meal is perfect for family gatherings or any day of the week, offering a delightful combination of textures and tastes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 4 chicken drumsticks
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp saffron threads (optional)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken thighs and drumsticks with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or paella pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces, skin side down, and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  2. In the same pan, add chopped onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in tomato sauce, rice, turmeric, paprika, and saffron (if using). Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, to toast the rice slightly. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and nestle the browned chicken pieces into the rice. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
  4. About 5 minutes before cooking time is up, sprinkle frozen peas over the top. Continue cooking until peas are heated through.
  5. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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