How to Make Carol's Arroz Con Pollo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Arroz con pollo, or "rice with chicken," is a beloved dish in many Latin American and Spanish-speaking countries. This comforting and flavorful one-pot meal brings together tender chicken, savory spices, and aromatic rice for a delightful and satisfying dish. There are countless variations of arroz con pollo, each with its own unique twist and regional influences.

One particularly delicious recipe for arroz con pollo comes from Carol, a talented home cook with a passion for creating d...

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Ingredients

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • ½ teaspoon salt, divided
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
  • ½ teaspoon paprika, divided
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • ¾ cup chopped onion
  • 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
  • ½ cup white wine
  • ⅛ teaspoon saffron
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Season chicken with a 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon paprika.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken; cook and stir until no longer pink in the center and golden brown on all sides, about 10 minutes. Transfer chicken onto a plate; set aside.
  • Add green pepper, onions, and garlic to the same skillet; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Add rice; cook and stir until rice is opaque, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in broth, tomatoes, white wine, and saffron. Stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon paprika; bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add chicken and stir until heated through. Stir in parsley and serve.
  • Nutrition

    471 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 1015mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 50g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 36mg
    • Calcium: 77mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 603mg