Portuguese Chicken and Rice, Arroz de Galinha Tia Maria's blog

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lighter, while seasoned water is budget-friendly.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini adds nutrition, while cabbage is often less expensive.

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

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

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

Sprinkle paprika over the chicken and mix well.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Stir in rice, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; cover and reduce heat to low.

Cook for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Add peas and diced carrots; cover and let steam for 5 minutes.

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

Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.

Cooking Techniques

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