Best 5 Cuban Baked Chicken With Sweet Peppers And Yellow Rice Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure to the vibrant streets of Cuba with our tantalizing Cuban Baked Chicken recipe. This delectable dish takes you on a journey of flavors with its succulent chicken nestled amidst a colorful array of sweet peppers and aromatic yellow rice. But that's not all! Our article presents a delightful collection of Cuban-inspired recipes that will transport your taste buds to the heart of this Caribbean gem. From the irresistible Cuban Sandwich bursting with savory flavors to the refreshing Mojito cocktail, each recipe captures the essence of Cuban cuisine. Get ready to spice up your kitchen with these authentic and delectable Cuban dishes.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CUBAN CHICKEN AND RICE



Cuban Chicken and Rice image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons canola oil
One 4-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 medium yellow onion, chopped, divided
1 green bell pepper, chopped, divided
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon chile powder
3 cups long grain rice
One 8-ounce can tomato sauce
3/4 cup olives stuffed with pimentos, drained
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large, heavy bottom pot over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, add to the pot, and brown in batches on both sides, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken to a plate. To the pot, add half the onions and half the green peppers (reserve remaining half for another use, such as Round 2 Recipe Black Bean and Pork Stew). Cook until softened, about 3 minutes, and then add the garlic and chile powder and season with salt and pepper. Stir in the rice and let it toast for 2 minutes. Add 4 cups water, tomato sauce, and olives and give it a stir. Put the chicken back into the pot. Bring it to a boil, lower the heat, cover, and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender, 30 to 35 minutes. (Reserve 2 cups rice for another use, such as Round 2 Recipe Rice Cakes with Creamy Cilantro Sauce.) Serve garnished with cilantro.

EASY CHICKEN AND YELLOW RICE



Easy Chicken and Yellow Rice image

Easy to make chicken and yellow rice, served just like at your local Spanish restaurant.

Provided by Noty661

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 ½ cups water
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 green bell pepper, diced
¼ cup olive oil
1 (16 ounce) package yellow rice
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 pinch poultry seasoning, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Bring water and chicken bouillon to a boil in a large skillet. Add chicken breasts and bell pepper; simmer over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 20 minutes. Remove chicken and pour remaining broth into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Stir rice, plus the included seasoning packet, and olive oil into broth. Arrange chicken breast over rice and season with black pepper and poultry seasoning.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 45 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.9 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 44.9 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 1205.4 mg, Sugar 2 g

CUBAN CHICKEN WITH YELLOW RICE



Cuban Chicken With Yellow Rice image

A wonderful one dish meal that the entire family will enjoy. Beautiful presentation with the yellow rice, green peas and red peppers.

Provided by Chef Petunia

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 1/2 cups hot water
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1 (10 ounce) package yellow rice
1/2 lb frozen peas, do not thaw
2 roasted red peppers, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large deep skillet over med-high heat. Add chicken and brown on both sides until golden and almost done. Remove to a plate, sprinkle with salt and pepper and keep warm.
  • Pour water into skillet and add garlic. Bring to a boil and add rice and stir. Add chicken back to pan on top of rice and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat. Cook until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Spoon peas and roasted red pepper over top. Cover again and cook 3-5 more minutes.

CUBAN-STYLE YELLOW RICE



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Yellow rice is a staple in the Caribbean because of its beautiful color and flavor. Being Cuban, our household often served yellow rice. It's traditional to garnish yellow rice with pimentos, but I don't like them so I don't. Serve yellow rice with Cuban-style roast pork, or add cooked chicken pieces while cooking the rice to make Arroz con Pollo.

Provided by Mombabe

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups long grain rice
8 cups water
1 small onion, minced
2 teaspoons salt
⅛ teaspoon annatto powder
⅛ teaspoon paprika
black pepper to taste
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 (4 ounce) jar sliced pimento peppers, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the rice in a sieve and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear. Shake sieve to remove excess water from rice.
  • Place rice in a large saucepan with a tightly fitting lid and add water. Stir in the onion, salt, annatto powder, paprika, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover pan, and simmer. After cooking for 10 minutes, gently stir the peas into the rice. Cook until all the water is evaporated and the rice is tender, 15 to 20 minutes longer. Serve garnished with pimento slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 205.6 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

BAKED CUBAN CHICKEN



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This recipe was inspired by a take-out restaurant in Florida and perfected by my mother. For all of you who are looking for a different way to have your chicken, try this recipe! A favorite in this household. Serve with rice and peas or quartered roast potatoes.

Provided by misskim

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 2h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 (8 ounce) bone-in chicken breasts, cut in half
2 bone-in chicken thighs
2 chicken drumsticks
1 onion, chopped
¾ cup lemon juice
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ tablespoons minced garlic
¾ teaspoon ground allspice
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
cooking spray
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Place chicken pieces in a large bowl. Add onion, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, allspice, onion powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour, or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet. Add chicken pieces, reserving marinade in the bowl. Pan-fry chicken until browned, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to the prepared baking dish. Pour reserved marinade on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until juices run clear, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 87.2 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 217.7 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

Tips

  • Use a whole chicken: This will give you more flavor and juiciness than using chicken breasts or thighs alone.
  • Cut the chicken into 8 pieces: This will help it cook evenly.
  • Season the chicken liberally: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Brown the chicken in a skillet: This will help to develop flavor and color.
  • Transfer the chicken to a baking dish: Add the sweet peppers and onions to the baking dish along with the chicken.
  • Bake the chicken: Bake the chicken in a preheated oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Make the yellow rice: While the chicken is baking, make the yellow rice according to the package directions.
  • Serve the chicken and rice: Serve the chicken and rice together, garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.

Conclusion

This Cuban baked chicken with sweet peppers and yellow rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is moist and flavorful, the peppers and onions are tender and sweet, and the yellow rice is fluffy and flavorful. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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