Arroz con Pollo Chileno
A flavorful one-pot dish where tender chicken pieces are simmered with rice, vegetables, and aromatic spices, creating a comforting and complete meal. This Chilean version often incorporates a rich sauce and a variety of vegetables.
🧂 Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken pieces (thighs or drumsticks)
- 2 cups Long-grain white rice
- 1 large Onion(chopped)
- 1 total Bell peppers (red and green)(chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Tomato sauce or purée
- 0.5 cup White wine(optional)
- 1 cup Peas (frozen or fresh)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Paprika
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 1 unit Bay leaf
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, and oregano.
💡 Tip: Allow chicken to marinate for at least 15 minutes. - 2
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken pieces until browned on all sides. Remove chicken and set aside.
💡 Tip: Don't overcrowd the pot; sear in batches if necessary. - 3
Add the chopped onion and bell peppers to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 5
Stir in the rice and toast it for about 1-2 minutes.
💡 Tip: Toasting the rice enhances its nutty flavor. - 6
Pour in the chicken broth, tomato sauce, and white wine (if using). Add the bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.
💡 Tip: Scrape the bottom of the pot to loosen any browned bits. - 7
Return the seared chicken pieces to the pot. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the chicken is tender.
💡 Tip: Avoid lifting the lid too often to retain moisture. - 8
Stir in the peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- 9
Remove the bay leaf. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.
💡 Tip: Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving for best texture.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use bone-in chicken for more flavor.
- ✓Adjust the amount of liquid based on the type of rice used.
- ✓Consider adding other vegetables like carrots or corn.
🔄 Variations
- Add a pinch of saffron for color and flavor.
- Incorporate a dash of hot sauce for a spicier kick.
- Serve with a side of avocado slices.