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Peruvian Arroz con Pollo

Peruvian Arroz con Pollo is a flavorful and colorful dish made with chicken, rice, and vegetables. It's a staple in Peruvian cuisine and perfect for a hearty meal.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Course Main Course
Cuisine Peruvian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Wooden Spoon

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 2 cups Rice
  • 1 cup Green peas
  • 1 cup Carrots diced
  • 1 cup Red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup Cilantro chopped
  • 1 large Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 2 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric

Instructions: 

  • 1. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  • 2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown chicken on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  • 3. In the same pot, sauté onions, garlic, and bell pepper until soft.
  • 4. Add cumin and turmeric, cook for another minute.
  • 5. Stir in rice, coating it with the oil and spices.
  • 6. Pour in chicken broth, add carrots, peas, and cilantro. Return chicken to the pot.
  • 7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
  • 8. Fluff rice with a fork and serve hot.

Notes:

For extra flavor, you can add aji amarillo paste or fresh aji amarillo peppers if available.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Chicken, Peruvian, Rice
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