ARROZ CON POLLO PUERTORRIQUEÑO🇵🇷/ PUERTO RICAN RICE WITH CHICKEN🇵🇷

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth provides a lighter option while still adding flavor.

saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric offers a similar color without the high cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

peas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen mixed vegetables are cost-effective and add variety.

Heat olive oil in a large pot.

Add the whole chicken pieces and brown them.

Add green and red bell peppers, onion, and ham to the pot.

Stir in the sofrito and garlic, cooking until fragrant.

Add the rice and mix well with the other ingredients.

Pour in the vegetable broth and white wine, stirring to combine.

Cover the pot and let it cook on low heat for 30 minutes.

Once cooked, let it rest before serving.

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