Receta del tradicional pollo con mole y arroz blanco; cocina casera y económica

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken

Chicken breast is leaner, while bone-in chicken is often less expensive.

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa is high in protein, while white rice is a budget-friendly option.

black beans

🥗Healthier: pinto beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Pinto beans are nutritious, while canned beans save time and money.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

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

Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add diced bell pepper and jalapeño, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

Add chicken thighs to the skillet, cooking until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Sprinkle cumin and chili powder over the chicken, stirring to coat.

Add long-grain rice, stirring to combine with other ingredients.

Pour in chicken broth and add diced tomatoes, stirring well.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover, simmering for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.

Stir in black beans and corn, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro and lime juice.

Top with shredded cheese before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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