Arroz con Pollo Chicken with Rice all in one!

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made with pantry staples.

peas

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Green beans are a healthy alternative, while mixed vegetables are budget-friendly.

Fry chicken in oil for a total of 40 minutes (20 minutes each side).

Set chicken aside.

In the same oil used to fry chicken (drain some if desired), sauté onions and garlic for 15 minutes.

Add rice and stir.

Add frozen peas and stir into rice and onion mixture for 3-5 minutes, ensuring it doesn't burn.

Add 2 cups hot water.

Bring to a rolling boil and keep on high heat for 5 minutes.

Cover and cook for an additional 20 minutes. Taste rice for doneness; add an additional 1/4 cup water and cook for an additional 5 minutes if needed.

Cooking Techniques

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