Best 10 Spanish Rice Chicken Ii Recipes

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Spanish Rice Chicken II is a classic dish that combines the flavors of Spanish rice with the protein of chicken. It is a relatively simple dish to make, and it is a great way to use up leftover chicken. Spanish Rice Chicken II is a one-pot meal, so it is easy to clean up. It is also a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides.

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

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



One Pan Spanish Chicken and Rice Recipe (Arroz con Pollo) image

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

SPANISH CHICKEN AND RICE



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I'VE had this recipe for 50 years and have probably made it hundreds of times. This dish can be prepared quickly. The portions are just right for two people, and any leftovers are just as delicious the next day. -Mary Nelms, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 bone-in chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 jar (2-1/2 ounces) sliced pimientos, drained
1/2 cup uncooked rice
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Combine flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken and shake until well coated. In a skillet, brown chicken in butter over medium heat. Remove chicken; set aside and keep warm. , In the pan drippings, saute onion, green pepper and garlic until tender. Add pimientos and rice. Reduce heat; cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in broth, turmeric, chili powder and remaining salt; bring to a boil. , Pour into an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish; top with chicken. Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 1909mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

SPANISH RICE AND CHICKEN



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My mother has always been an avid cook, and my sister, two brothers and I were raised on this casserole. When I polled our family to see which recipe I should share, this fresh-tasting, well-seasoned chicken casserole came out on the top of the list. I know you'll enjoy is as much as we do. -Cindy Clark, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds), cut up
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 cup uncooked rice
3/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place chicken in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine garlic salt, celery salt and paprika; sprinkle over chicken. Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes. , Remove chicken from dish. Combine rice, onion, green pepper and parsley; spoon into pan. In a saucepan, bring broth, tomatoes, chili powder and salt to a boil. Pour over rice mixture; mix well. Place chicken pieces on top. Cover and bake until chicken registers at least 165° and rice is tender, 40-45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 12 g fat (3 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73 mg cholesterol, Sodium 1,448 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30 g carbohydrate, Fiber 2 g fiber, Protein 27 g protein.

SPANISH RICE II



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Rice is sauteed with onion and green bell pepper, and then simmered with water, chopped tomatoes and spices.

Provided by JOHN MAC

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Spanish Rice Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 onion, chopped
½ green bell pepper, chopped
2 cups water
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
2 teaspoons chili powder, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Saute rice, onion, and bell pepper until rice is browned and onions are tender.
  • Stir in water and tomatoes. Season with chili powder and salt. Cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 881.5 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

SPANISH RICE II



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Make and share this Spanish Rice II recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Rice

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
1 1/2 cups texmati rice
2 1/2 cups water
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat and cook onion, garlic, and pepper until crisp-tender.
  • Add rice; cook and stir for 5-8 minutes until rice becomes opaque.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
  • Cover and decrease heat, and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until rice is tender.
  • Let stand off heat for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with fork and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.1, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 223.8, Carbohydrate 44.4, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.7, Protein 4.3

SPANISH RICE CHICKEN II



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Chicken pieces of your choice simmered with rice, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper and spices. This is a delicious and filling dish that you won't be able to get enough of!

Provided by Sarah Zourdoumis

Categories     Mexican Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 (14.5 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, with liquid
1 ¾ cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons paprika
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium high heat until hot, not smoking. Add chicken pieces and saute until browned, about 5 minutes each side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet, then add onion and bell pepper and saute, stirring frequently, until onion is translucent (about 5 minutes).
  • Add rice and saute about 2 minutes, stirring, to coat the rice with the oil. Then add the reserved chicken, tomatoes with liquid, chicken broth, bay leaf, paprika and ground black pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaf and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 876.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 212.8 mg, Fat 50.2 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 57.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 348.7 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

SPANISH RICE CHICKEN II



Spanish Rice Chicken II image

Chicken pieces of your choice simmered with rice, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper and spices. This is a delicious and filling dish that you won't be able to get enough of!

Provided by Sarah Zourdoumis

Categories     Mexican Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 (14.5 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, with liquid
1 ¾ cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons paprika
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium high heat until hot, not smoking. Add chicken pieces and saute until browned, about 5 minutes each side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet, then add onion and bell pepper and saute, stirring frequently, until onion is translucent (about 5 minutes).
  • Add rice and saute about 2 minutes, stirring, to coat the rice with the oil. Then add the reserved chicken, tomatoes with liquid, chicken broth, bay leaf, paprika and ground black pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaf and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 876.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 212.8 mg, Fat 50.2 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 57.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 348.7 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

SPANISH RICE CHICKEN II



Spanish Rice Chicken II image

Chicken pieces of your choice simmered with rice, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper and spices. This is a delicious and filling dish that you won't be able to get enough of!

Provided by Sarah Zourdoumis

Categories     Mexican Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 (14.5 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, with liquid
1 ¾ cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons paprika
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium high heat until hot, not smoking. Add chicken pieces and saute until browned, about 5 minutes each side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet, then add onion and bell pepper and saute, stirring frequently, until onion is translucent (about 5 minutes).
  • Add rice and saute about 2 minutes, stirring, to coat the rice with the oil. Then add the reserved chicken, tomatoes with liquid, chicken broth, bay leaf, paprika and ground black pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaf and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 876.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 212.8 mg, Fat 50.2 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 57.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 348.7 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

CHICKEN & SPANISH CAULIFLOWER "RICE"



Chicken & Spanish Cauliflower

I learned about the paleo diet from some friends who now have tons of energy and are super fit. Since then, I've changed my eating habits, too. Everyone from my dad to my little nephew loves this chicken in Spanish cauliflower rice. -Megan Schmoldt, Westminster, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large head cauliflower
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup tomato juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice

Steps:

  • Core and cut cauliflower into 1-in. pieces. In batches, pulse cauliflower in a food processor until it resembles rice (do not overprocess)., Toss chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute chicken until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add green pepper, onion and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes., Stir in tomato juice and cumin; bring to a boil. Add cauliflower; cook, covered, over medium heat until cauliflower is tender, 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in cilantro and lime juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPANISH RICE CHICKEN II



Spanish Rice Chicken II image

Chicken pieces of your choice simmered with rice, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper and spices. This is a delicious and filling dish that you won't be able to get enough of!

Provided by Sarah Zourdoumis

Categories     Mexican Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 (14.5 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, with liquid
1 ¾ cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons paprika
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium high heat until hot, not smoking. Add chicken pieces and saute until browned, about 5 minutes each side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet, then add onion and bell pepper and saute, stirring frequently, until onion is translucent (about 5 minutes).
  • Add rice and saute about 2 minutes, stirring, to coat the rice with the oil. Then add the reserved chicken, tomatoes with liquid, chicken broth, bay leaf, paprika and ground black pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaf and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 876.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 212.8 mg, Fat 50.2 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 57.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 348.7 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make all the difference in your Spanish rice and chicken dish. Look for ripe tomatoes, tender chicken, and flavorful rice.
  • Sauté the vegetables until they are soft. This will help to develop their flavor and create a more cohesive dish.
  • Use a flavorful broth. Chicken broth or vegetable broth will add depth of flavor to your dish. If you don't have any broth on hand, you can use water, but be sure to season it with salt, pepper, and other spices.
  • Cook the rice until it is tender. The rice should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. If the rice is overcooked, it will become mushy.
  • Stir in the chicken and vegetables. Once the rice is cooked, stir in the chicken and vegetables. Heat through until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are warmed through.
  • Serve immediately. Spanish rice and chicken is best served immediately, while it is still hot and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Spanish rice and chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it is also a budget-friendly meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that the whole family will enjoy.

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