Best 6 Arroz Con Pollo Cuban Chicken With Rice Recipes

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Arroz con pollo, a classic Cuban dish, is a flavorful and colorful combination of chicken, rice, vegetables, and spices. This hearty one-pot meal is a staple in Cuban cuisine and is enjoyed by people of all ages. Made with simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this delicious dish is sure to become a favorite in your household. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will provide you with all the necessary information and guidance to create an authentic and flavorful arroz con pollo that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ARROZ CON POLLO



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Arroz con Pollo is a traditional Cuban dish made with chicken and yellow rice. Like many Cuban dishes, it's not fancy but it is hearty, soul-satisfying comfort food.

Provided by Elizabeth

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 pieces Dark Meat Chicken (bone in and skin on (about 2½-3 pounds))
3 - 3½ teaspoons Salt (divided)
4 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Medium Onion (finely diced)
3-4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
½ teaspoon Dried Oregano
½ teaspoon Paprika
¼ teaspoon Turmeric
¼ teaspoon Cumin
¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
¼ cup White Wine
2 cups Long Grain White Rice
4 cups Chicken Broth
1 cup Water
1 Bay Leaf
12 ounces Light Beer (room temperature)
15 ounce can Sweet Peas (drained, for garnish optional)

Steps:

  • Trim any excess fat from the chicken and season with 1 teaspoon of salt.
  • Add 1½ teaspoon of salt, oregano, paprika, turmeric, cumin and black pepper to a small bowl. Stir the seasoning mix to combine.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy pot over medium heat. When the oil is hot, but not smoking, add the chicken, skin side down. Cook the chicken for 5 minutes, then turn and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Remove the pot from the heat. Remove the chicken from the pot and set on a plate or pan. Loosely cover the chicken with a piece of foil, to keep it warm.
  • Do not wash the pot. Set it back over medium heat and add the onions. Cook the onions for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add the garlic, tomato paste and the prepared seasoning mix (1½ teaspoon of salt, oregano, paprika, turmeric, cumin and black pepper) to the pot. Stir well until combined. and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Carefully, add the white wine to the pot and stir, while gently scraping any bits off the bottom. Cook for 1 minute, or until most of the wine cooks out.
  • Add the rice, chicken broth, water, and the bay leaf to the pot. Stir well to combine.
  • Add the chicken back to the pot. Arrange it so that it's not stacked.
  • Raise the heat to high and bring the liquid to a boil. Stir the rice frequently while waiting for the liquid to come to a boil.
  • Once boiling, lower the heat to medium and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • The rice should now be visible on the surface and should not sink to the bottom of the pot when stirred.
  • Give everything a good stir. Lower the heat to low, cover and cook the chicken and rice for 20 minutes. Stir after 10 minutes, then stir again after the 20 minutes.
  • Taste a little bit of the rice. If it needs a salt, this is the time to add it. As a reference, we added ½ teaspoon of salt to ours. Stir well.
  • Raise the heat to medium-low and slowly add the beer, while stirring. Cover and cook the chicken and rice for 10 minutes. Lower the heat to low and cook another 10 minutes.
  • Taste the rice, if it's still not done, cover and let it steam another 15 minutes or until done.
  • Garnish with the sweet peas, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 1666 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ARROZ CON POLLO (RICE WITH CHICKEN)



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup olive oil
12 bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (6 drumsticks and 6 thighs)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
3 bay leaves
1/2 cup diced tomato
4 cups chicken stock
One 12-ounce bottle lager beer
2 cups arborio rice
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 pimiento, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Add 3 drumsticks and 3 thighs to the Dutch oven and cook until browned on both sides, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove the chicken pieces with a slotted spoon and set aside. Repeat with the remaining drumsticks and thighs.
  • Add the onions and peppers to the pot and cook until the onions are translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic and saute for about 1 minute. Add the paprika, cumin, saffron and bay leaves, stirring until incorporated. Next, add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, beer, rice and 1 teaspoon salt; mix well. Bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer.
  • Return the chicken pieces to the pot, cover, and transfer to the oven for 20 minutes. Remove the pot from the oven, add the peas and pimientos, then cover and return to the oven until the rice is completely tender, another 5 to 10 minutes.

ARROZ CON POLLO - YELLOW RICE & CHICKEN



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A friend wrote this recipe down for me years ago when I was learning to cook cuban food.... it is my " go-to " when I make yellow rice & chicken... the original is water stained and well used - so it was time to store it here for the future.

Provided by Mom2Danny

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 whole chicken, cut up
1/2 onion, diced
1/2 bell pepper, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces pimentos or 8 ounces red peppers, sliced into strips
8 ounces peas, drained
1/2 cup cooking wine
2 teaspoons bijol seasoning
1 chicken bouillon cube
2 cups medium grain rice
12 ounces beer
2 teaspoons complete seasoning

Steps:

  • Season chicken with complete seasoning or you can just use salt and pepper
  • Fry chicken skin side down in small amount of oil until lightly browned.
  • Dice up onion and bell pepper and chop garlic.
  • Add the onion,pepper and garlic to pot with 1/2 cup of cooking wine and the bullion cube.
  • Cover and cook until chicken is done.
  • Add rice and the can of beer and the 2 teaspoons of bijol, return to a boil then lower heat to simmer and cover pot for about 20 minutes until rice is cooked . You can add more beer or wine if needed.Stir in peas and garnish with the strips of pimento.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1211.2, Fat 54, SaturatedFat 15.4, Cholesterol 243.9, Sodium 429.6, Carbohydrate 96, Fiber 6, Sugar 6.3, Protein 68.3

ARROZ CON POLLO (CHICKEN WITH RICE)



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

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil, more as needed
1 1/2 lbs chicken parts, patted dry and liberally seasoned with
coarse salt, and
fresh ground black pepper
1/2-1 lb Italian sausage, cut in 2-inch pieces (sweet or hot)
1 small onion, chopped
1 medium bell pepper, cut in 1/2-inch dice (green or red)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional)
1/2 cup peeled crushed tomatoes (I use canned)
1/2 cup dry white wine or 1/2 cup beer
1 bay leaf
2 cups medium grain rice
2 1/4 cups water

Steps:

  • In a deep, heavy-based pot (such as a Dutch oven), heat the oil on medium high. Sauté the chicken, in batches if necessary, until golden on all sides, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the chicken to a platter.
  • Sauté the sausage until browned, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer the sausage to the platter.
  • Pour off and discard the excess oil, leaving about 1 Tbs. in the pan.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and sauté the onion, pepper, and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Return the chicken and sausage to the pot and add the cumin, paprika, chili powder, and turmeric, if using, stirring to distribute the spices. Cook for 1 minute and then add the tomatoes, wine (or beer), and bay leaf.
  • Increase the heat to medium high, stir, and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add the rice and water. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the rice is done and the liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes. (If the rice is done but still very soupy, remove the cover and cook very gently until the liquid evaporates, taking care not to burn the rice.).
  • Give a toss and then let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1018.4, Fat 43.5, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 164.5, Sodium 888.7, Carbohydrate 87.2, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 3.5, Protein 59.3

ARROZ CON POLLO (RICE WITH CHICKEN) RECIPE BY TASTY



Arroz Con Pollo (Rice With Chicken) Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken thighs, garlic, salt, cumin powder, pepper powder, fresh oregano, fresh thyme, vegetable oil, onion, carrot, chorizo sausage, basmati rice, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, chicken broth, salt, saffron, beer, caper vinaigre, small capers, green pea, pimento-stuffed green olives, fresh cilantro

Provided by Jon Michelena

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, skin removed, de-boned and cut into thick strips
1 clove garlic, minced
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cumin powder
¼ teaspoon pepper powder
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
¼ cup vegetable oil
½ cup onion, diced
⅔ cup carrot, diced
1 lb chorizo sausage, sliced
2 cups basmati rice
⅔ cup red bell pepper, diced
⅔ cup green bell pepper
2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon saffron
1 cup beer
2 tablespoons caper vinaigre
¼ cup small capers
1 cup green pea, cooked
½ cup pimento-stuffed green olives
⅓ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Place the chicken bones in a pot with water to cook for 20 minutes and strain the liquid. Add the salt and saffron to the water so that it releases the color.
  • Mix the spices in a bowl and season the chicken. Brown the chicken and set aside. Then, in the same pan, brown the onion with carrots and chorizos. Add the rice and stir together, browning.
  • Add green peppers, red peppers, chicken, and boiling chicken broth with saffron and beer. Cover the pan and simmer for 17 minutes.
  • After 17 minutes add peas, olives, capers and caper vinaigrette to the top of the dish. Cover and cook for 3 more minutes. Uncover, add the coriander and stir.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1467 calories, Carbohydrate 124 grams, Fat 72 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 73 grams, Sugar 8 grams

ARROZ CON POLLO (CHICKEN AND RICE)



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The Classic Caribbean and Spanish Meal--Arroz con Pollo--is a popular staple in the Caribbean kitchen. Our chicken and rice is extra special with the addition of Sazon GOYA® with Azafran, which adds color and flavor derived from our unique saffron spice blend. Make Arroz con Pollo tonight--everyone loves an easy rice and chicken dish.

Provided by Goya

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Goya®

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (3 1/2) pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces
Goya Adobo with Pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons Goya Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
¾ cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 ½ teaspoons Goya Minced Garlic
1 ½ cups Canilla Extra Long Grain Rice
1 packet Goya Powdered Chicken Bouillon
1 packet Sazon Goya with Azafran
¼ cup Goya Pitted Alcaparrado, sliced
1 (4 ounce) jar Goya Fancy Sliced Pimientos
½ cup Goya Frozen Peas, thawed

Steps:

  • Using paper towels, pat chicken dry. Season chicken with Adobo. Heat oil in caldero, or large heavy pot over medium heat. Cook chicken, in batches, until brown on all sides, 7-10 minutes; set aside.
  • Stir onions, peppers and garlic into pot; cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add rice, bouillon and Sazon to pot; cook, stirring constantly, until rice is completely coated in oil mixture, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in 3 cups water; bring to a boil. Add alcaparrado and chicken (skin-side up) to pot. Cover pot, reduce heat to low and simmer until water is absorbed, rice is tender and chicken is cooked through, about 25 minutes.
  • To serve, using fork, fluff rice; garnish with pimiento strips and peas.

Tips:

  • For authentic Cuban flavor, use sofrito, a traditional Cuban sauce made from bell peppers, onions, and garlic.
  • Use a variety of rice, such as long-grain white rice or brown rice.
  • To add more flavor to the chicken, marinate it in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, cumin, and oregano before cooking.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the rice until it is tender and fluffy. You can do this by simmering it in broth or water, or by using a rice cooker.
  • Serve the arroz con pollo with a side of black beans, plantains, or salad.

Conclusion:

Arroz con pollo is a delicious and easy-to-make Cuban dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its flavorful chicken, fluffy rice, and colorful vegetables, this dish is sure to please the whole family. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give arroz con pollo a try!

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