How to make Rice and chicken breast strips (Spanish style) Arroz con gandules/ pollo

gandules (pigeon peas)

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Edamame offers a similar texture with fewer calories.

sofrito

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable mix

💰Cheaper: store-bought seasoning

A homemade mix can reduce sodium and preservatives.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth can be lower in calories and cost.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic, onion, and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in the sofrito and cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Add the chicken breast strips and adobo; cook until chicken is browned.

Stir in the tomato sauce, sazon, and mix well.

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Add the rice, salt, and black pepper; stir to combine.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes until rice is cooked.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in roasted bell peppers.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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