Arroz Con Pollo - Mexican Chicken And Rice Casserole by Rockin Robin Cooks

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 olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.

Add diced yellow onion and sauté for about 20 minutes, adjusting heat to prevent burning.

After 10 minutes, add red bell pepper and continue sautéing for another 10 minutes until softened and golden brown.

Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.

Transfer the sautéed onion, bell pepper, and garlic into a 9x13 oven-proof dish.

Add 2 cups long grain white rice, salt, cumin, green chili, tomato puree, and chicken broth to the dish.

Mix everything together to combine evenly.

Place the chicken thighs on top of the mixture.

Sprinkle mild cheddar cheese over the top, using about 8 ounces or to taste.

Cover the dish with non-stick foil, dull side down, and seal it well.

Bake in the oven at 375°F for about 1 hour and 10 minutes.

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