Dominican Style Chicken and Rice (Locrio de Pollo Dominicano) Arroz con Pollo

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while water with seasoning is cost-effective.

peas

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Green beans are nutritious, while mixed vegetables are often less expensive.

Heat corn oil or vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add diced onion, minced garlic, and diced cubanelle pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in tomato paste, chopped cilantro, and dried oregano; cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Add chicken drumsticks; cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in water, add knorrs bouillon cubes and chicken bouillon powder; bring to a boil.

Add rice, olives, and lime juice; stir to combine.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork before serving; adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.

Cooking Techniques

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