Embark on a culinary journey to savor the enticing flavors of Arroz con Pollo, a delectable dish that seamlessly blends the vibrant essence of Latin cuisine with the wholesome goodness of chicken and rice. This beloved dish, also known as Chicken and Rice, is a symphony of textures and flavors, featuring tender chicken, fluffy rice, an array of colorful vegetables, and a rich, flavorful sauce that ties all the elements together. Arroz con Pollo is not just a meal; it's an experience that nourishes the soul and warms the heart. With its vibrant colors, enticing aromas, and delectable taste, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
In this comprehensive guide, we present three distinct variations of Arroz con Pollo, each with its unique flair and taste profile. The classic Arroz con Pollo recipe forms the foundation of this culinary adventure, showcasing the harmonious blend of chicken, rice, vegetables, and a flavorful broth. For those seeking a vegetarian delight, the Vegetarian Arroz con Pollo offers a symphony of vegetables, rice, and a rich tomato-based sauce, capturing the essence of the traditional dish without compromising on taste. And for those with a penchant for bold flavors, the Arroz con Pollo con Salsa Verde introduces a vibrant green sauce, made with fresh herbs, that adds an extra layer of complexity and freshness to the dish.
No matter your dietary preferences or taste preferences, this collection of Arroz con Pollo recipes has something for everyone. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
ARROZ CON POLLO Y BRóCOLI AL HORNO
Combinando ingredientes sencillos podrás crear un platillo central majestuoso. Este horneado de arroz, pollo y brócoli es delicioso.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Acompañamientos
Time 45m
Yield 6 porciones
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Calienta el horno a 375°F.
- Calienta el aceite en una sartén grande a fuego medio-alto. Agrega el pollo, el brócoli y las cebollas; cocínalos y revuélvelos 5 min. Incorpora el caldo; hiérvelo. Agrega los próximos 4 ingredientes; mézclalos bien.
- Pon esta mezcla en una fuente para hornear cuadrada de 8 pulgs. que hayas rociado con aceite en aerosol; espolvoréala con el queso. Tapa la fuente.
- Hornea el platillo 25 min. o hasta que se termine de calentar; debes destaparlo a los 10 min. de terminar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
ARROZ CON POLLO
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine the salt, garlic powder, cumin, black pepper and cayenne in a plastic gallon bag. Shake until the mixture is well combined.
- Pat the chicken dry and place in the bag with the spice mixture. Shake the bag, making sure the chicken is well coated.
- Heat the oil in a 12-inch high-sided skillet over high heat until hot but not smoking. Add the chicken and brown on all sides, about 6 minutes each side. Transfer the chicken to a plate, using tongs.
- Add the onions, green peppers, red peppers and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the skillet. Cook the vegetables over moderate heat, stirring, until softened and fragrant, about 7 minutes. Add the rice and garlic and cook until the rice begins to turn gold in color and fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Meanwhile, combine the stock, tomato sauce and remaining teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Add 1 1/4 cups water and the stock mixture to the skillet and stir to make sure the rice is covered in liquid. Nestle the chicken in the rice, adding any juices from the plate. Bring the rice to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover. Cook until the chicken is cooked through, the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 35 minutes. Let the skillet stand covered, about 10 minutes before serving.
ARROZ CON POLLO
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Put the chicken in an ovensafe baking dish. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Use tongs to turn the chicken and evenly coat. Bake for 15 minutes until browned but not cooked all the way through (it will finish cooking with the rice).
- Meanwhile, add the remaining tablespoon olive oil to a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the rice and stir to coat.
- Toast the rice, stirring occasionally, until it is lightly golden, about 2 minutes. Stir in the onion and garlic and continue cooking until the rice is just lightly browned and the vegetables are starting to soften, about 2 minutes more. Make sure the garlic does not brown.
- Add the tomato sauce, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, bouillon and 3 cups water. Stir to combine. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer and add the chicken to the rice in an even layer, skin-side up and not overlapping. Cover and cook until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
ARROZ CON POLLO
Ubiquitous throughout Latin America and beyond, this dish can be as simple or as complex as your ingredients allow. The key is to layer flavor, adding dimension as you go. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are preferred, but bone-in will also work well. (Chicken breasts lack the same amount of fat and flavor, so they are not recommended here.) Watch the rice carefully as it cooks, absorbing the liquid, as pots and stoves vary greatly. If it starts to smell a little burned, reduce the heat, toss and put the lid on the pot. But don't worry, as this aroma can be part of creating the coveted pegao, a layer of toasted rice that develops on the bottom of the pan and sticks to it, similar to Persian tahdig, Spanish socarrat or Senegalese xoon.
Provided by Von Diaz
Categories dinner, grains and rice, poultry, vegetables, main course
Time 2h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- Prepare the adobo by whisking the ingredients together in a bowl, or blending in a small food processor, pilón or mortar and pestle.
- Pat the chicken dry, then place in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Pour prepared adobo over chicken. Toss well to combine, then cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap, or seal the bag, and let the chicken rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. If you have the time, marinate for several hours or overnight to make the chicken extra tender and flavorful.
- Prepare the sofrito: In a large food processor or blender, blend the peppers and garlic until smooth. Add the onion and blend until smooth, then add the culantro and cilantro and blend until smooth. (The preparation may produce more sofrito than needed for this recipe, but you can store additional sofrito in the fridge for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.)
- Add the rice to a medium bowl, then rinse with several rounds of cool water, pouring through a fine-mesh strainer until water runs out clear.
- Once chicken is marinated, heat olive oil in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium-high. When the oil is simmering, working in batches if necessary, add chicken in one layer and brown for 7 to 10 minutes per batch, turning several times to evenly brown.
- Meanwhile, bring chicken broth (or water) to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce to a simmer until ready to use.
- Add sofrito, bay leaves and annatto or paprika to pot with chicken and stir well. Reduce heat to medium, and sauté until liquid is mostly evaporated and sofrito thickens to a paste, about 7 to 10 minutes.
- Add tomato sauce and cook for 3 to 5 minutes longer, until the sauce darkens. Add the rinsed rice, olives and capers (if using), and salt and pepper, and fold in to ensure that the rice is fully coated and the chicken is evenly distributed.
- Pour in hot stock, then simmer, uncovered, over medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring only 2 to 3 times and shaking the pot every few minutes to keep rice level. (The liquid surrounding the rice will lower by about 1 inch.) Watch the rice very closely: The window between just right and overcooked is small, and difficult to predict, but you'll become an expert at this over time.
- Once you start to spot lots of little bubbles on the surface but see no more pronounced liquid on top, top with the lid, reduce heat to low and cook until the rice is al dente, about 15 to 20 minutes, shaking pot a few times. Once liquid is almost entirely evaporated, sprinkle thawed peas on top.
- Working directly in the pot, using 2 forks, pull apart chicken thighs until shredded. Gently fluff the rice, bringing grains from the bottom to the top. Return the lid and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with lime wedges, and serve with salted avocado and tomato slices (or a simple green salad). The dish keeps well in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.
ARROZ CON POLLO WITH A QUESO KICK
i went to a mexican restaurant and ordered fajitas one day. the chicken was a little dry so i drizzled some of the white melting cheese over the top and it tasted amazing. i use the zatarans rice mix and substitute a can of tomato sauce for the diced tomatoes, but either way will work.
Provided by chefjess819
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
- Pour rice mix, the amount of water called for, and canned tomatoes into the dish, stirring together.
- Cook the chicken in a skillet until the outsides are seared and starting to brown.
- Place chicken over the rice mixture and cover with foil paper.
- Place in an oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil.
- Pour the cheese over the top of the chicken, not forgetting the exposed rice.
- Place back in the oven for 15 minutes or until chicken is white all the way through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.8, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 76.7, Protein 27.2
EASY ARROZ CON POLLO
My children really look forward to dinner when they know I'm serving this, and it's easy to make.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Spread the rice in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with garlic salt and pepper; place over rice. In a large bowl, combine the broth, picante sauce, tomato sauce, onion and green pepper; pour over the chicken., Cover and bake at 350° for 55 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Sprinkle with cheeses. Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 791mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
Tips:
- Start by prepping all your ingredients to save time and avoid any scrambling during the cooking process.
- For the best flavor, use high-quality long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine rice.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables in this recipe to your liking. Some other great options include bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of chili powder or cumin to suit your taste preferences. If you like things spicy, add more chili powder. If you prefer a milder flavor, go easy on the chili powder.
- Top your arroz con pollo with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or guacamole.
Conclusion:
Arroz con Pollo con Brócoli y Queso is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. With tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a flavorful sauce, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Enjoy!
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