ARROZ CON POLLO II

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This recipe is an all in one. This was a family favorite while I was growing up and I believe it still is one of my favorites. It's simply chicken and rice with fabulous Cuban flavours! This recipe is quick and easy and can be served with a salad, fried plantains or even a banana - a Cuban favorite with any meal!

Provided by Sussell

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, crushed
½ green bell pepper, chopped
½ (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 pinch saffron
salt to taste
2 cubes chicken bouillon
1 ½ cups uncooked white rice
1 cup beer
1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
½ red bell pepper, roasted and sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Saute chicken until lightly browned; remove from skillet and set aside.
  • Saute onion, garlic and green bell pepper until soft; stir in tomato sauce, saffron, salt and bouillon and return chicken pieces to skillet. Cook for 10 minutes, then add rice and reduce heat to low.
  • Add beer and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender. Finally, stir in peas with liquid and garnish with roasted red bell pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 calories, Carbohydrate 54.5 g, Cholesterol 83.2 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 33.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 775.3 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

paige fennemore
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I've been making this Arroz con Pollo recipe for years, and it's always a family favorite. It's a great comfort food meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.


Amanda tully
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This Arroz con Pollo recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.


912 Rome
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I love this Arroz con Pollo recipe. The chicken is cooked to perfection, and the flavors are amazing.


Elise Luetjen
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This Arroz con Pollo recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The chicken and rice are a great way to disguise the vegetables, and my kids love it!


Namatta Ronisha
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I love that this Arroz con Pollo recipe is so versatile. I can add different vegetables, herbs, and spices to create a different dish every time.


zerda
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I'm a big fan of Arroz con Pollo, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the rice is always fluffy and flavorful.


Anuwar Tahir
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This Arroz con Pollo recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I love that it's a quick and easy meal that's still packed with flavor.


vi vo
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I'm a beginner cook, and I found this Arroz con Pollo recipe to be very easy to follow. I was able to make a delicious meal that my whole family enjoyed.


Shaughn Britter
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This Arroz con Pollo recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's a beautiful dish that's sure to wow everyone at your table.


Kunana KHAMANYANE
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I love that this Arroz con Pollo recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand. It's a great budget-friendly meal.


Adoi Mro
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I've been making this Arroz con Pollo recipe for years, and it's always a family favorite. It's a great comfort food meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.


zvidzai mbeve
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This Arroz con Pollo recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the chicken and rice, and they don't even notice the vegetables.


Mian Barfi
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I'm not a big fan of Arroz con Pollo, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The flavors are well-balanced, and the chicken is very tender.


Mujtaba Muneer
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I made this Arroz con Pollo for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Nthabeleng MANGANYI
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.


Ingrid Richard
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I've made this Arroz con Pollo recipe several times, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The flavors are amazing, and the chicken is always cooked to perfection.


Caitlyn Davidson
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This Arroz con Pollo recipe is a winner! It's easy to follow, and the results are delicious. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the rice is perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.