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Receta de pollo con arroz al vapor de cerveza

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🌍Authentic Spanish recipe from a Spanish-speaking creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Chicken With Rice

Cultural Context

Chicken with Rice, or Arroz con Pollo, has roots in Spanish and Latin American cuisine, often prepared for family gatherings and celebrations. This dish showcases the harmony of chicken and rice, enhanced by aromatic spices and vegetables. Today, variations exist worldwide, with each culture adding its unique twist, making it a beloved comfort food across many regions.

Latin AmericanESmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
chicken
rice
onion
garlic
bell pepper
tomato
chicken broth
olive oil
peas
carrots
cumin
paprika
bay leaves
cilantro
lime
salt
black pepper

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.

1

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

2

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

3

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

4

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

5

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

6

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

7

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

8

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

9

Add peas and cook for another 5 minutes, covered.

10

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

11

Garnish with cilantro and lime juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Arroz con PolloPollo con Arroz
Local Name: Pollo con arroz

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