Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant heart of Peruvian cuisine with Arroz con Pollo, a one-pot dish that tantalizes taste buds with its harmonious blend of flavors and textures. This beloved dish showcases succulent chicken pieces, perfectly cooked in a savory broth infused with the aromatic trinity of garlic, onion, and cumin. The fluffy rice, infused with the essence of the chicken broth, forms a delectable base for the tender chicken and an array of vibrant vegetables. Join us as we explore the authentic Peruvian recipe for Arroz con Pollo, along with two exciting variations that add a unique twist to this classic dish. Discover the secrets of creating the perfect Arroz con Pollo, from selecting the right ingredients to mastering the cooking techniques, and delve into the delightful variations that introduce new layers of flavor and culinary intrigue.
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PERUVIAN ARROZ CON POLLO (PERUVIAN RICE AND CHICKEN)
This is a Peruvian rice and chicken dish made with cilantro and a special Peruvian kick. It's very delicious, my Peruvian father-in-law said that mine was even better then his sister's - who is one of the best cooks in the family (besides my mother-in-law)! Goes great with Huancaina sauce and salsa Criolla.
Provided by Amber Berrocal
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American South American Peruvian
Time 1h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat with enough oil to coat the bottom. Brown chicken in the hot oil on all sides, 5 to 7 minutes total. Remove chicken onto a plate.
- Pour more oil into the pan and add onion; saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and saute, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in cilantro, chile paste, salt, and pepper and saute until cilantro turns dark green, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and deglaze, scraping the browned bits off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Bring to a light simmer; let simmer for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Transfer mixture carefully to an electric blender and puree.
- Heat more oil in the same pan over medium-high heat; saute bell pepper until soft, about 5 minutes. Return cilantro mixture to the pan and add chicken. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Remove chicken from the pan. Add water and rice, adding more water if it doesn't look like enough. Bring to a boil; place a lid on the pan, reduce heat to low, and cook until all liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 20 to 40 minutes. Stir in peas and carrots and chicken and warm through, 5 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.3 calories, Carbohydrate 60.3 g, Cholesterol 32.8 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 208.7 mg, Sugar 2 g
PERUVIAN ARROZ CON POLLO
I was taught by my Peruvian mother-in-law how to cook some of my husband's favorite meals. I have perfected one of her dishes...she even says it is better then hers!
Provided by Katie
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American South American Peruvian
Time 1h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place two large skillets over medium heat, pour 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil into each, and heat the oil until it ripples. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, divide between the two skillets, and fry until golden brown and crisp, about 15 minutes. Use screens over the skillets, if needed, to control spattering. Remove the chicken from the skillets, and drain on paper towels.
- Place the cilantro leaves, garlic, aji pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and orange juice into a blender, and blend until smooth. Pour the mixture into one of the skillets, bring to a simmer, and cook and stir over medium-low heat until the mixture turns from bright to dark green, about 5 minutes.
- Place the chopped onions into the other skillet, and cook and stir over medium-low heat until the onions turn translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the rice, and cook and stir until the rice starts to turn opaque, about 5 minutes.
- Pour the white wine into the blender and pulse a few times to rinse off any extra cilantro mixture from the blender, and pour the wine into the skillet containing the cilantro mixture. Bring the mixture back to a simmer over medium heat, scrape the rice and onions into the cilantro mixture, stir in the chicken broth and black pepper, and bring to a boil. Place the browned chicken pieces and carrots into the skillet, stir to combine, and cover. Reduce heat, and cook until the rice is separate and the chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid, place the pepper rings on the rice, and sprinkle with frozen peas. Cover and cook without stirring until the peppers and peas are tender, about 15 minutes. Uncover the skillet and allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 738.5 calories, Carbohydrate 65.2 g, Cholesterol 135.6 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 45.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 197.6 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
ONE POT ARROZ CON POLLO
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Sprinkle the chicken with the chili powder, cumin, minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and some salt and pepper.
- Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Once it's hot, add the olive oil and then place the chicken in the pan. Let it get a nice sear, about 4 minutes until golden brown, then flip the chicken and cook on the other side. Add the rice, peas, tomato paste, chorizo, onions, peppers, bay leaf and seasoning packet and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add the beer and cook until the rice sucks it up. Add the chicken stock, stir the pot, cover with foil and place in the oven until fully cooked, about 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.
ARROZ VERDE CON POLLO
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Place 1 cup onion, 1 cup green pepper, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, cumin, salt and marjoram in a food processor; process until blended. Stir in stock; remove and set aside., In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Brown chicken in batches. Remove chicken and keep warm., Add poblano pepper, remaining 3/4 cup onion and 3/4 cup green pepper to drippings; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Add rice; cook and stir until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Stir in broth mixture until blended. Return chicken to pan., Bake, covered, until rice is tender and a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°-175°, 35-40 minutes. Remove lid. Preheat broiler. Broil 3-4 in. from heat until skin is crispy, 5-7 minutes., To serve, remove chicken from pan. Fluff rice with a fork. If desired, serve with additional cilantro and lime juice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 507 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein.
ARROZ CON POLLO PERUANO
This dish of green rice with chicken is a staple in most Peruvian households. On special occasions it is made with goat or duck meat, and chicha de jora (fermented corn beer) instead of store-bought beer. No matter which way you make it, this easy cilantro rice dish is extremely fragrant and full of flavor. I like to serve it alongside another Peruvian staple of quick pickled red onions for added brightness and crunch.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the arroz con pollo peruano: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a 3.5-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes and place in a medium bowl. Season with the cumin, oregano, 2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Toss to coat evenly with the spices. Add the chicken to the Dutch oven and cook until golden on all sides, 8 to 10 minutes total.
- Combine the garlic, cilantro, bell pepper, onion and beer in a blender until smooth, 15 to 20 seconds. Set aside.
- Remove the cooked chicken to a plate. Add the cilantro sauce and remaining 2 teaspoons salt to the Dutch oven, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Lower to medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until is reduced by about half and becomes a thick sauce, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the quick pickled red onions.
- For the quick pickled red onions: Rinse and drain the onions in a small bowl 2 to 3 times under cold water to wash away the harsh onion flavor. Toss with the lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Set aside to marinate for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Wash and rinse the rice until the water runs almost clear, 3 to 4 rinses. Set aside.
- Stir the rinsed rice, peas and carrots into the reduced cilantro sauce until the rice and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the seared chicken along with any juices that have collected and 1 1/2 cups water until combined. Bring to a boil over high heat, cover immediately and bake in the oven until the rice is cooked through, 30 to 35 minutes.
- About 5 minutes before the arroz verde con pollo finishes cooking, preheat a large skillet or saute pan over medium heat. Swirl in the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil so it coats the bottom of the pan. Crack an egg into a small bowl and then carefully pour it into the preheated pan. Repeat with the remaining eggs. Season with salt and pepper. Fry until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Remove the arroz con pollo from the oven and serve with the pickled red onions and fried eggs.
ARROZ CON POLLO VERDE
Peruvian arroz con pollo stands apart from other versions of chicken and rice across Latin America thanks to the addition of a bright green cilantro purée and aji amarillo, a fruity yellow hot pepper that's similar in flavor to habaneros or scotch bonnets. Traditionally, the dish contains choclo, very large and chewy Peruvian corn kernels with earthy flavor. Cooked canned hominy makes a great substitute that offers a similar taste and texture. This one-pot homestyle dish is commonly served with salsa criolla, a tangy and spicy red onion relish, but a Louisiana-style hot sauce is a good alternative.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories grains and rice, poultry, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a blender, combine cilantro and 6 tablespoons of water, and purée until smooth. Set aside.
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium. Add half the chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook, turning halfway, until browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate, and repeat with remaining chicken.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and the onion to the empty pot, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and cumin until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add rice and hominy, season with salt and pepper, and stir until well combined, 30 seconds. Add broth, aji amarillo paste, bell pepper and reserved cilantro purée, scraping the bottom of the pot to remove any browned bits.
- Nestle the chicken with any accumulated juices into the pot, and bring to a boil over high. Cover, reduce heat to low and cook until rice is tender and all of the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle with peas, then cover and steam for 3 minutes. Turn off heat, and fluff rice with a fork. Divide arroz con pollo in bowls and serve with salsa criolla or hot sauce.
Tips:
- To make the perfect Arroz con Pollo, use high-quality ingredients. This means using fresh, flavorful chicken, vegetables, and spices.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the recipe to your own taste. If you like things spicy, add more chili peppers. If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of chili peppers or omit them altogether.
- If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot or casserole dish. Just make sure that it has a tight-fitting lid.
- Arroz con Pollo is a great dish to make ahead of time. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
Arroz con Pollo is a delicious and flavorful Peruvian dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. It is a one-pot meal that is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you are a fan of Peruvian cuisine or simply looking for a new and exciting dish to try, Arroz con Pollo is a great choice. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal, give Arroz con Pollo a try!
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