ARROZ CON POLLO (CUBAN CHICKEN WITH RICE)
Steps:
- Marinate chicken: Mince and mash garlic to a paste with 2 teaspoons salt, then transfer to a large bowl. Stir in vinegar and oregano. Remove skin and excess fat from chicken, then toss chicken with marinade until coated and marinate, covered and chilled, at least 1 hour. Cook chicken and rice: - Cook chorizo in olive oil in a 6- to 7-quart heavy pot (12 inches wide) over medium-high heat, stirring, until some fat is rendered, 2 to 3 minutes. Add onions, bell pepper, and garlic and cook, stirring until softened, about 5 minutes. Add cumin, oregano, paprika, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, and bay leaves and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add chicken with marinade to chorizo mixture and cook, uncovered, over medium heat, stirring frequently, 10 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, beer, broth, and rice and bring to a boil, making sure rice is submerged. [Deb note: I actually had a really hard time keeping the rice underneath the chicken so that it would cook evenly. I'd suggest that you use tongs to temporarily remove the chicken from the pot, mix the rice in with the other ingredients in the pot, and then replace the chicken, pressing it into the broth a bit before going onto the next step. I will definitely do this next time.] Reduce heat to medium-low, then cover mixture directly with a round of parchment or wax paper and cover pot with a tight fitting lid. Cook, stirring once or twice, until rice is tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Discard parchment paper and bay leaves, then scatter pimiento strips over rice. Do ahead: Chicken can be marinated up to 2 hours in advance.
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Keagan Dolly rsa
k-r11@yahoo.comI'm not sure what I did wrong, but my dish didn't turn out well. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Vince Kylie
k-v@hotmail.comThis dish is a Cuban classic. It's simple to make and always delicious.
Jimjim jim
jimj@yahoo.comI've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket.
Shaheer Abbaxi
shaheerabbaxi@hotmail.comThis dish is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Mariam Nankya
mariam.nankya23@gmail.comI love that this dish can be made in one pot. It makes cleanup a breeze.
Marek Talíř
m_t64@gmail.comThis dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Toshke
toshke96@hotmail.comI'm a vegetarian, so I made this dish without the chicken. It was still very flavorful and satisfying.
Johnny Pope
johnny@gmail.comI'm allergic to chicken, so I made this dish with tofu instead. It was still really good!
Mushfiqur Roni
roni.m@gmail.comThis dish was a lot of work and it didn't turn out that great. I wouldn't recommend it.
G Start
start-g@hotmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the chicken came out dry. I think I overcooked it.
Andrea Budzynski
budzynski_andrea20@yahoo.comThis dish was a little too bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.
chloe escalera
e-chloe@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of Cuban food, but this dish was surprisingly good. The chicken was very flavorful and the rice was cooked perfectly.
Jayden Virgona
v_jayden2@gmail.comThis dish is a staple in my household. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.
Johan Hernandez
johan.h69@yahoo.comI love this dish! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I usually use brown rice instead of white rice.
GrimMcReefer
grimmcreefer@gmail.comThis was the best Cuban chicken and rice dish I have ever had! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Raima Shaikh
shaikh_raima@hotmail.co.ukI made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.
Bulelane Nosenga
nosenga-b90@yahoo.comThis dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and they cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Brent Larsen
larsen-brent@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The chicken was tender and the rice was fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.
Anees Munawar
m-anees@hotmail.frThis Cuban chicken and rice dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was so flavorful and juicy, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.