Best 4 Guatemalan Chicken With Rice Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to Guatemala with our delectable "Guatemalan Chicken with Rice" recipe. This flavorful dish, also known as "Pollo con Arroz," is a vibrant symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The tender chicken, infused with traditional Guatemalan spices, is perfectly complemented by fluffy and aromatic rice. This recipe takes you on a sensory adventure, capturing the essence of Guatemalan cuisine. It's a perfect blend of savory, tangy, and slightly spicy notes that will leave you craving more. Discover the secrets behind this beloved dish and uncover the culinary traditions of Guatemala.

In addition to the classic "Guatemalan Chicken with Rice" recipe, this article also presents a delightful collection of Guatemalan-inspired recipes. "Guatemalan Chicken Stew" is a hearty and comforting dish that showcases the richness of Guatemalan flavors. Savor the tender chicken simmered in a savory broth infused with traditional spices and vegetables. For a vegetarian option, explore the "Guatemalan Black Bean Soup," a flavorful and protein-packed soup that celebrates the vibrant flavors of black beans, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs.

Expand your culinary horizons with "Crispy Guatemalan Rellenitos," a delightful appetizer or snack that features crispy corn tortillas filled with a savory blend of cheese, beans, and vegetables. Indulge in the sweet side of Guatemala with "Guatemalan Flan," a creamy and velvety custard dessert infused with the essence of vanilla and cinnamon. Each recipe in this article offers a unique taste of Guatemala, inviting you to explore the diverse flavors and culinary traditions of this beautiful country.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ARROZ CON POLLO CHAPINA (GUATEMALAN CHICKEN AND RICE)



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Make and share this Arroz Con Pollo Chapina (Guatemalan Chicken and Rice) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 lbs skinless chicken pieces, skin and fat discarded
1 tablespoon corn oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, chopped fine
1/2 cup chopped ripe tomatoes
1 1/2 cups raw rice
1 cup sliced carrot
1/3 cup stuffed green olive
1 tablespoon capers
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup green peas
1/2 cup pimento pepper, slices (or substitute jalapeno peppers to heat it up)
1 hard-boiled egg, sliced
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet brown the chicken in the oil over medium heat for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and the black pepper. Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet with the chicken fat, fry the onion, garlic and tomato for 2 minutes.
  • Add the rice and fry for 2 minutes more. Add the carrots, olives and capers and mix everything together.
  • Pour in the broth and chicken pieces.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover skillet and simmer until broth has been absorbed, about 10 minutes. Add the green peas.
  • Cover skillet with aluminum foil and punch 8 holes in the top to allow steam to escape. Bake in a 300F oven for 30 minutes. Fluff up the mixture once or twice during the baking time.
  • Serve warm. Decorate the surface with the pimiento strips and egg slices and sprinkle with the cheese. The rice should be dry, loose and not sticky. Serve with fried ripe plantain slices, a salsa picante and pickled vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.7, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 101.5, Sodium 875.6, Carbohydrate 46.8, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 4.2, Protein 30

PULIQUE (CHICKEN IN GUATEMALAN PULIQUE SAUCE)



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Pulique is a common dish of the Guatemalan highland. I love pulique, and I hope others will love it too! This is my family's recipe.

Provided by El_Ixto

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 pound chicken thighs
3 zucchini, thickly sliced
4 potatoes, cut into chunks
2 carrots, sliced
5 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup masa harina flour
2 tablespoons water
6 tomatoes, cored and cut into chunks
6 large fresh tomatillos, husks removed
2 cloves garlic, cut in half
1 onion, cut into chunks
3 dried guajillo chile peppers, stems and seeds removed
1 (1 inch) piece cinnamon stick
6 whole cumin seeds
2 whole cloves
2 black peppercorns
3 tablespoons dried epazote
2 teaspoons achiote seed
¼ cup olive oil
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place the chicken thighs, zucchini, potatoes, carrots, chicken broth, and 1 teaspoon of salt into a large pot. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer until the chicken is no longer pink and the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Remove the chicken and vegetables from the pot, reserving the broth, and set aside.
  • Mix the masa harina with water in a small bowl, and let stand until the corn flour has absorbed the water and made a pliable dough, about 10 minutes. Form the masa dough into a 2 inch ball. Place the dough ball, tomatoes, tomatillos, garlic, onion, guajillo peppers, cinnamon stick, cumin seeds, cloves, peppercorns, epazote, and achiote seed into the broth, bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Discard the cinnamon stick, and remove the vegetables and dough ball from the broth with a strainer. Place them into a blender, and working in batches if necessary, blend the ingredients until mostly smooth. Strain the sauce, and set it aside. Retain about 1/2 cup of broth.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, and slowly pour the sauce into the hot oil, letting it fry and bubble until it starts to change color, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken, zucchini, potatoes, and carrots to the sauce, pour in about 1/2 cup of reserved chicken broth, and stir. Season with salt to taste, and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes to blend the flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.1 g, Cholesterol 42.6 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 467.2 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

GUATEMALAN CHICKEN WITH RICE



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This is one of my grandma's recipes and I would like to share with all of you, She recently pass away and I miss her so much, This recipe is very special because this is one the first recipes she taught me.. Is one of my favorites, hope you try it.

Provided by Leslie Allen

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb chicken (breast or legs)
1/2 c white rice
4 whole cloves
1 medium onion chopped
2 or 3 medium tomatoes
black ground pepper
salt
chicken boullion knorr
cilantro, fresh

Steps:

  • 1. Take Skin off the chicken and cut off all the fat, Rinse. Place the chicken on a medium pot with water, add onions, black pepper, cloves, chicken bouillon if you don't have bouillon just use regular salt. place the pot on the stove top, on medium heat cover and let it boil for 10 minutes, then add the rice and cilantro, Blend the tomatoes on the blender then add the to chicken. Cook until rice is done.
  • 2. Note: Stir constantly after you add the rice, you can add some water while cooking, just don't add to much. Don't forget to remove the cloves before serving they are just for flavor.

GUATEMALAN RICE



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My Guatemalan sister-in-law taught me how to make this rice. In Guatemala, it is served with almost any meal, and is accompanied by black beans, salsa, and corn tortillas.

Provided by ruth1234

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 26m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup long-grain rice
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 tablespoon minced tomato
2 cups water
2 tablespoons chopped carrot
1 tablespoon chopped celery
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add rice, onion, and tomato; cook and stir until rice turns light golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir water, carrot, celery, and chicken bouillon into the skillet. Simmer until most of the water is absorbed, about 8 minutes. Cover and simmer until rice is tender, 5 to 8 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 calories, Carbohydrate 75.8 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 392.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a whole chicken and cut it into 8 pieces. This will give you more surface area for browning and help the chicken to absorb the flavors of the sauce.
  • If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot instead. Just make sure that it has a tight-fitting lid.
  • Be sure to brown the chicken in batches so that it doesn't overcrowd the pot. This will help it to cook evenly.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of chili powder and cumin to your own taste. If you like a spicier dish, add more chili powder. If you prefer a milder dish, use less.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, tortillas, or salad.

Conclusion:

This Guatemalan chicken with rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. The rice is a great way to soak up all of the delicious sauce. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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