Best 8 Spanish Style Chicken And Rice Recipes

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In this comprehensive guide, we embark on a culinary journey to uncover the secrets of creating the perfect Spanish-style chicken and rice dish. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the traditional cooking techniques, this article will provide you with all the knowledge and inspiration you need to craft an authentic and flavorful meal that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Spain.

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 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 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-STYLE CHICKEN AND RICE



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In this easy recipe for entertaining, crispy-skin chicken thighs roast atop a heady combo of Spanish-style rice emboldened with smoked paprika and mixed with earthy curly kale and sweet yellow bell peppers. Serve with a simple tossed salad to complete the meal.

Provided by Uncle Ben's

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     UNCLE BEN'S®

Time 44m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika, divided
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
4 (8 ounce) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 teaspoons olive oil
½ cup chopped green onions
½ large yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips
4 cups loosely packed torn curly kale
½ cup unsalted chicken stock
1 (8.8 ounce) package UNCLE BEN'S® READY RICE® Spanish-Style Rice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 pinch Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Combine 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, garlic powder, and pepper; sprinkle evenly over both sides of chicken.
  • Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to pan, skin-side down. Cook until skin is lightly browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Turn chicken over; cook 3 minutes. Remove chicken from pan (it will not be completely done at this point).
  • Add green onions and bell pepper to drippings in pan; saute 2 minutes. Add kale and chicken stock; cover and cook 2 minutes or until kale is lightly wilted. Stir rice, vinegar, and remaining 1 teaspoon smoked paprika into kale mixture. Nestle chicken on top of rice mixture. Bake at 400 degrees F until a thermometer inserted into thickest part of a thigh registers 165 degrees F, about 22 minutes.

SPANISH CHICKEN AND RICE



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This delicious and easy Spanish chicken and rice recipe makes the perfect meal. Known as arroz con pollo in Spain and Latin America, it's a must try!

Provided by Lisa & Tony Sierra

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (3 1/2- to 4-pound) chicken, cut into 8 pieces
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
1 yellow onion , chopped
1 red pepper, sliced into long strips
2 cups medium grain rice
4 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon turmeric , optional
4 to 5 tablespoons extra-virgin Spanish olive oil

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Start by patting the chicken dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, and minced garlic .
  • In a large and heavy frying pan or skillet, heat the olive oil until very hot (but not smoking). Sear the chicken pieces on each side, allowing them to brown. Reserve the par-cooked chicken on a dish.
  • To the same pan, add the diced tomato, onion and pepper and sauté in olive oil (add another tablespoon if necessary). When the onion is translucent (about 8 minutes), add the rice and paprika, and sauté for about one minute, stirring constantly and making sure to coat all of the grains with oil.
  • Add the chicken broth and turmeric, if desired. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
  • Add back the chicken pieces and simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes until the rice is cooked and almost all liquid has disappeared.
  • Uncover and turn up the heat, until the rice has absorbed all of the liquid and you hear that the bottom of the rice is starting to crisp.
  • Remove from the heat and let the rice rest for about five minutes. Then stir the dish and serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 106 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 325 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 29 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SPANISH CHICKEN AND RICE



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This chicken is great because you throw it all together in a pot & let it cook until the chicken is so tender, it's almost falling off the bone. Remove skin from chicken before cooking for a healthier dish.

Provided by Marli

Categories     Stew

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup olive oil
4 chicken thighs
6 chicken drumsticks
1 large red onion, diced
1 large green capsicum, diced
3 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 (16 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/4 cups arborio rice or 1 1/4 cups paella rice
3 1/2 cups boiling water

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large pot.
  • Season the chicken pieces with salt & pepper and brown in batches.
  • Remove from pot.
  • Add the remaining oil to the pot & gently saute the onion & capsicum until the onion is transparent.
  • Stir in the paprika and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the tomatoes and simmer gently until it has thickened.
  • Stir in the water, then add the rice and the tumeric.
  • Return the chicken to the pot and stir to combine.
  • Bring to the boil, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for about 1 hour or until chicken is tender and almost falling off the bone.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 768.6, Fat 38.2, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 167.7, Sodium 176.1, Carbohydrate 60.8, Fiber 5, Sugar 5.8, Protein 43.4

ONE-POT SPANISH CHICKEN AND YELLOW RICE



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An easy one-pot meal that tastes gourmet for nights you just don't feel like cooking!

Provided by Kel Kel

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 38m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 onion, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks
2 ⅓ cups water
½ (16 ounce) package yellow rice (such as Vigo®)
⅔ cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • Combine onion, olive oil, and garlic in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add chicken breasts; cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes per side. Pour in water; bring to a boil.
  • Pour yellow rice into the boiling water. Cover and simmer over medium heat until chicken and rice are tender, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle frozen peas on top; cook until thawed, about 2 minutes. Mix up rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.4 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 810.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

SPANISH CHICKEN AND RICE



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This is a healthy, flavorful family meal. To turn this dish into a party-friendly paella, you can add 1/4 t. saffron with the rice. Then, 5 minutes before the rice is done, you can add 3/4 lb. peeled and deveined shrimp. This gives this recipe a bit of versatility.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 2-1/2 inch pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 medium onion, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 cup dry white wine
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, including liquid
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
1/4 cup pimiento-stuffed Spanish olives, chopped (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Season with 1/2 t. salt and 1/4 t. pepper and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Add the onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the wine, tomatoes and their liquid, rice, 1/2 t. salt, and 1/4 t. pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
  • Stir the peas into the rice and chicken and cook, covered, until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Spoon the chicken and rice onto individual plates and sprinkle with the parsley. Garnish with the olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.6, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 65.8, Sodium 1121, Carbohydrate 61.4, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 11.9, Protein 33.8

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for free-range chicken, Spanish-style rice (such as Bomba or Valencia), and ripe vegetables.
  • Season the chicken generously: The chicken is the star of the show, so don't be afraid to season it well. A good rub of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika will give it plenty of flavor.
  • Cook the rice properly: Spanish-style rice is a bit different from regular rice. It is cooked in a broth with saffron, which gives it a beautiful yellow color and a slightly nutty flavor. Be sure to follow the package directions carefully.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the chicken, be sure to give it plenty of room in the pan. If you overcrowd it, the chicken will steam instead of sear, and it will be less flavorful.
  • Let the paella rest before serving: Once the paella is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the rice to absorb the juices.

Conclusion:

This Spanish-style chicken and rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation, it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. ;

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