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Peruvian Chicken and Rice Recipe

A delicious and flavorful Peruvian dish with chicken and rice.
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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 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 whole Chicken cut into pieces
  • 2 cups Rice
  • 1 large Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Peas
  • 1 cup Carrots diced
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 4 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper to taste

Instructions: 

  • 1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • 2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cook until softened.
  • 3. Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides.
  • 4. Stir in the cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
  • 5. Add the rice, chicken broth, peas, and carrots. Bring to a boil.
  • 6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
  • 7. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

Notes:

This dish is best served with a side of fresh salad or avocado slices.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Chicken, Peruvian, Rice
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