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How to Make Puerto Rican Arroz con Pollo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Arroz con pollo, or "rice with chicken," is a classic Puerto Rican dish that is beloved for its comforting flavors and hearty appeal. This delicious one-pot meal is a staple in Puerto Rican homes and is often served at family gatherings, celebrations, and special occasions.

What sets Puerto Rican arroz con pollo apart from other versions of this dish is the unique blend of spices and ingredients that are used to create a rich and flavorful dish. Traditional Puerto Rican arroz con poll...

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar, or as needed
  • ¼ cup canola oil
  • ¼ pound salted pork, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • ¼ pound cooked ham, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • ¼ cup sofrito (such as Goya®)
  • ¼ cup recaito (such as Goya®)
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • 6 cloves garlic, diced
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup rinsed and diced Spanish olives
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (1.41 ounce) package sazon seasoning with coriander and achiote
  • 3 cups uncooked white rice

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Place chicken in a large bowl and cover with apple cider vinegar. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add pork and ham; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Add bell peppers and cook for 1 minute. Add onion and cook for 1 minute. Stir in sofrito and recaito and cook for 1 minute. Season with oregano, cumin, and pepper. Add capers and garlic and cook for 1 minute. Pour in tomato sauce and olives; cook for another minute.
  • Strain chicken and discard vinegar. Add chicken to the pot. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes. Adjust heat as needed to simmer but not boil.
  • Add broth, sazon, and rice to the pot. Stir until well mixed and return to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 20 minutes. Remove pot from heat and stir.

    • Nutrition

    491 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 83mg
    • Sodium: 1315mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 27mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 374mg

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