Cuban Arroz con Pollo – One Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe
Cuban Arroz con Pollo is a flavorful one-pot dish featuring chicken, rice, and spices, ready in just 60 minutes.
Cuban Arroz con Pollo combines tender chicken with flavorful rice in one pot for easy serving and cleanup. This dish is a vibrant family favorite.
Why This Recipe Works
Layered flavors: The combination of spices and vegetables infuses the rice with rich, savory notes.
One-pot convenience: Cooking everything in one pot ensures minimal cleanup while enhancing the dish's flavor.
Perfectly cooked rice: Using chicken broth instead of water elevates the rice's taste, making it more satisfying.
Chef's Pro Tip: For best results, let the dish rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the flavors to meld.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
60 min
Servings
Ingredients
Directions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides.
- 2
Remove the chicken, then add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pot, sautéing until softened.
- 3
Stir in the rice, cumin, paprika, and saffron, ensuring the rice is well-coated with the spices.
- 4
Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a simmer, and return the chicken to the pot, covering it.
- 5
Reduce heat to low and cook for about 25 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- 6
Add peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking, fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
18g
carbs
60g
fiber
3g
sodium
600mg
protein
35g
calories
550




