Best 7 So Easy Arroz Con Pollo Spanish Chicken And Rice Recipes

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Arroz con pollo, also known as Spanish chicken and rice, is a classic dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. It is a one-pot meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or a casual weekend lunch. The combination of tender chicken, flavorful rice, and vibrant vegetables makes this dish a winner for the whole family. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that will leave you feeling happy and fulfilled.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ARROZ CON POLLO



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This recipe for Spanish Arroz con Pollo is a one pot meal that's full of tender chicken thighs, creamy saffron rice and vegetables - the perfect quick and easy dinner!

Provided by Sara Welch

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup dry white wine
Pinch of saffron threads
4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (6 ounces each)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion (finely chopped)
1 red bell pepper (finely chopped)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 bay leaf
2 cups chicken broth (plus more if needed)
1 cup short-grain rice (such as Calasparra, Arborio or Calrose)
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
3/4 cup frozen peas (thawed)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Combine wine and saffron; let stand until ready to use.
  • Season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken, skin side down, until browned, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Flip, and cook until golden brown; transfer to a plate.
  • Drain any excess oil, leaving 1 teaspoon of oil in the pan.
  • Reduce heat to medium and cook onion, red bell pepper and garlic, stirring often, until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in wine-saffron mixture, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and the bay leaf.
  • Cook until wine is almost completely evaporated, 5 to 10 minutes. Add chicken thighs, broth and rice; bring to a simmer.
  • Cover the pan and place it in the oven. Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the oven. Stir the peas into the rice.
  • Top with parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 686 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Sodium 815 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ONE PAN SPANISH CHICKEN AND RICE RECIPE (ARROZ CON POLLO)



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A delicious and easy take on Arroz con Pollo, this Spanish chicken and rice recipe with chorizo is a satisfying and flavorfu one-pan-wonder! It's important to rinse and soak the rice in water for a little while to get rid of excess starch. Take the time to brown the chicken fully and

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Entree

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cup medium grain rice (washed)
4 bone-in (skin-on chicken thighs)
4 chicken drumsticks
Olive oil
6 oz bulk Chorizo sausage (no casings)
1 large green bell pepper (cored, chopped)
1 medium red onion (peeled, chopped)
2 garlic cloves (peeled, crushed)
1 large ripe tomato (chopped)
3 tbsp tomato paste
3 cups chicken broth
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (more or less to your liking (optional))

Steps:

  • Soak the rice in water. Rinse the rice well and place it in a bowl. Cover the rice with water and allow it to soak for 15 minutes while you work on other things. You should be able to break a grain of rice easily. Drain well.
  • Make the spice rub. In a small bowl, mix the spices, salt and pepper.
  • Season the chicken. Pat the chicken dry and season with the spice rub, be sure to lift the chicken skins and apply some of the spice rub underneath (this is important for flavor).
  • Brown the chicken on both sides. In a 5-quart braiser pan (or a large deep skillet with a cover), heat 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Carefully add the chicken and brown deeply on both sides. Remove the chicken and set it aside on a plate for now.
  • Cook chorizo and vegetables. In the same pan, add the chorizo. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring regularly until the chorizo has nicely browned. Add the green peppers, onions, and garlic. Cook over medium heat, stirring regularly, for 5 minutes.
  • Cook the chicken. Now add the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken broth. Add the browned chicken back to the pan. Raise the heat to bring the liquid to a boil, then lower to medium and cover. Cook for about 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Add the rice and cook the rice with the chicken. Uncover the pan and remove the chicken briefly (set on a dish near the stove for now). Stir the drained rice into the cooking liquid. Cook uncovered over high heat for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the chicken back on top of the rice. Turn the heat to low, cover the pan again and cook the rice and chicken together for another 20 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked.
  • Let the chicken and rice rest in the pan. Turn the heat off, but leave the pan covered and undisturbed for 10 more minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 687.6 kcal, Sugar 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Carbohydrate 64.6 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 48.5 g, Cholesterol 163.5 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

SO EASY ARROZ CON POLLO (SPANISH CHICKEN AND RICE)



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

Provided by southern chef in lo

Categories     Chicken

Time 37m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch cubes
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 minced garlic cloves
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 3/4 cups water
1 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 (6 ounce) package farmhouse savory chicken rice pilaf mix (if you can't find that, use 6 ounces of yellow rice)
1/3 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/3 cup sliced pimento-stuffed green olives

Steps:

  • In large skillet sauté chicken onion and garlic in oil 5 to 7 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink.
  • Add water and tomato; bring to a boil.
  • Add the rice and seasoning package; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Add peas and olives and cook 5 to 10 minutes longer or until liquid is absorbed.

SPANISH ARROZ CON POLLO RECIPE (SPANISH CHICKEN AND RICE RECIPE)



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Provided by Tim Kroeger

Categories     Spanish Main Course

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2-3 pounds of frying chicken pieces
1/4 cup cooking oil
30 ounces chicken broth
1 chopped bell pepper
1/4 teaspoon saffron
3 cloves crushed garlic
2 cups uncooked rice
1 14 ounce can diced tomatoes
1 large diced onion
1/2 teaspoon cumin
green olives with pimentos
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Begin by sprinkling chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Then brown them in a large skillet in the oil.
  • Once chicken pieces are browned, remove them from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain.
  • Meanwhile, cook onions, peppers, garlic, and rice in the oil until oil is absorbed and the rice is coated.
  • After that, stir in the broth, cumin, saffron, and tomatoes.
  • Arrange chicken pieces on top of the rice and bring to a boil.
  • When liquids are boiling, lower the heat, and cover the pan.
  • Simmer for about 40 minutes or until chicken is cooked and rice is tender.
  • Garnish with olives to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1204 calories, Carbohydrate 90 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 402 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 47 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 99 grams protein, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 1379 grams sodium, Sugar 6 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 33 grams unsaturated fat

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.

ARROZ CON POLLO (RICE WITH CHICKEN) RECIPE BY TASTY



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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

LATINO-STYLE CHICKEN AND RICE AKA ARROZ CON POLLO



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America's Test Kitchen, from the Episode: Dinner with a Spanish Accent. My husband saw this episode and asked me to make this. *To use long-grain rice instead of medium-grain, increase the water to 3/4 cup in step 2.

Provided by Alisa Lea

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 medium garlic cloves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar, plus 2 additional teaspoons
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
8 chicken thighs, bone-in skin-on (3 1/2 to 4 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped fine (about 1 cup)
1 small green bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped fine (about 3/4 cup)
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, minced
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 3/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup water
3 cups medium grain rice (see note above)
1/2 cup green olives, pitted and halved (manzanilla)
1 tablespoon capers
1/2 cup pimiento, cut into 1/4 by 2-inch strips
lemon wedge, for serving

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350°F
  • Place garlic and 1 teaspoon salt in large bowl; using rubber spatula, mix to make smooth paste. Add oregano, 1 tablespoon vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to garlic-salt mixture; stir to combine. Place chicken in bowl with marinade. Coat chicken pieces evenly with marinade; set aside for 15 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add onion, green pepper, and pepper flakes; cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften, 4 to 8 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons cilantro; stir to combine. Push vegetables to sides of pot and increase heat to medium-high. Add chicken to clearing in center of pot, skin side down, in even layer. Cook, without moving chicken, until outer layer of meat becomes opaque, 2 to 4 minutes. (If chicken begins to brown, reduce heat to medium.) Using tongs, flip chicken and cook on second side until opaque, 2 to 4 minutes more. Add tomato sauce, broth, and water; stir to combine. Bring to simmer; cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add rice, olives, capers, and 3/4 teaspoon salt; stir well. Bring to simmer, cover, and place pot in oven. After 10 minutes, remove pot from oven and stir chicken and rice once from bottom up. Return pot to oven. After another 10 minutes, stir once more, adding 1/4 cup water if rice appears dry and bottom of pot is beginning to burn. Cover and return pot to oven; cook until rice has absorbed all liquid and is tender but still holds its shape and temperature of chicken registers 175°F on instant-read thermometer, about 10 minutes longer.
  • Using tongs, remove chicken from pot; replace lid and set pot aside. Remove and discard chicken skin; using 2 spoons, pull meat off bones into large chunks. Using fingers, remove remaining fat or dark veins from chicken pieces. Place chicken in large bowl and toss with remaining tablespoon olive oil, remaining 2 teaspoons vinegar, remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro, and pimentos; season with salt and pepper to taste. Place chicken on top of rice, cover, and let stand until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Serve, passing lemon wedges separately.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the rice until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
  • Add the vegetables towards the end of cooking so that they retain their鮮豔color and crunch.
  • Season the dish to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices.
  • Serve the arroz con pollo with a dollop of sour cream or guacamole.

Conclusion:

Arroz con pollo is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken and rice, and it can be easily customized to your liking. With its vibrant flavors and colorful ingredients, arroz con pollo is a surefire hit with the whole family.

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