Qué sazón: Receta de pollo con arroz blanco y ensalada

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey reduces fat while chicken thighs are more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Homemade broth is healthier, while bouillon is cost-effective.

peas

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Green beans are nutritious, and frozen peas are economical.

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

Add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and cook for an additional 3 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Sprinkle cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper over the chicken; mix well.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Add rice, bay leaves, and carrots; stir to combine.

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

Add peas and cook for another 5 minutes, covered.

Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Garnish with cilantro and lime juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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