HOW TO MAKE - ARROZ CON POLLO (CHICKEN AND RICE) - GUATEMALAN COOKING

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

Heat unsalted butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Sauté chopped white onion and red bell pepper until softened.

Add raw chicken pieces and brown on all sides.

Stir in washed white rice and cook for a few minutes until slightly toasted.

Add diced roma tomatoes, water, chayote squash, salt, black pepper, Knorr seasoning, cloves, thyme, and ground bay leaves.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.

Simmer until rice is cooked and chicken is tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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