Arroz con Pollo

Arroz con Pollo

A classic Latin American one-pot dish of tender chicken and saffron-infused rice with vegetables and olives.

⏱ 45 minServes 4Latin American

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds chicken thighs, cut into chunks
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 pinch saffron threads
  • 3.5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup green olives, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. 2In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper for 3 minutes until softened.
  3. 3Add rice and cumin, stirring constantly for 2 minutes to coat the rice.
  4. 4Return chicken to the pot. Add chicken broth with saffron threads, peas, and olives. Stir well and bring to a boil.
  5. 5Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
  6. 6Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

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