Arroz con Pollo (Chicken with Rice)

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
21%
Arroz con Pollo (Chicken with Rice)
45 min.
6
719kcal

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Arroz con Pollo, a beloved dish that hails from Latin America, is a delightful combination of tender chicken and flavorful rice that is sure to impress your family and friends. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with vibrant flavors that will transport you straight to a sunny kitchen in the Caribbean. With a cooking time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this hearty meal for lunch or dinner, making it perfect for any occasion.

Imagine succulent chicken drumsticks and thighs marinated in a zesty blend of garlic, lemon juice, and aromatic spices, all simmered together with short-grain rice and a medley of colorful vegetables. The addition of sofrito adds a rich depth of flavor, while the peas and pimiento provide a pop of color and nutrition. Each bite is a celebration of taste and texture, making it a satisfying main course that everyone will love.

With 719 calories per serving, Arroz con Pollo is a filling dish that balances protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, ensuring you stay energized throughout the day. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply enjoying a cozy meal at home, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to savor the deliciousness of this classic dish!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds skin-on chicken drumsticks 
  • pounds chicken thighs 
  • 2.5 cups less-sodium chicken broth fat-free
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoons olive oil divided
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • 0.5 cup peas green frozen thawed
  • ounce pimientos drained sliced
  • cups valencia rice uncooked
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.1 teaspoon bijol seasoning 
  • 0.5 teaspoon bijol seasoning 
  • tablespoons commercial sofrito (such as Goya)
  • tablespoons commercial sofrito (such as Goya)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • ziploc bags
  • dutch oven
  • colander

Directions

  1. To prepare the chicken, combine first 7 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag; seal and marinate in refrigerator 1 hour, turning bag occasionally.
  2. Remove the chicken from the bag, reserving the marinade.
  3. To prepare the rice, place rice in a colander in a large bowl, and rinse with cold water until the water runs clear.
  4. Drain rice well.
  5. Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  6. Add the drumsticks, and cook 5 minutes on each side or until browned.
  7. Remove from pan; keep warm. Repeat procedure with 1 teaspoon oil and thighs.
  8. Remove from pan; keep warm.
  9. Add reserved marinade, rice, chicken broth, sofrito, Bijol, and saffron threads (if desired) to pan. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 25 minutes. Stir in peas and pimiento; let stand, covered, 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories719kcal
Protein24.95%
Fat43.61%
Carbs31.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.59
Glycemic Load
30.92
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.64130433746%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.5mg
Hesperetin
1.47mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:719.09kcal
35.95%
Fat:34.31g
52.79%
Saturated Fat:8.97g
56.08%
Carbohydrates:55.65g
18.55%
Net Carbohydrates:52.96g
19.26%
Sugar:2.31g
2.57%
Cholesterol:218.07mg
72.69%
Sodium:979.85mg
42.6%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:44.17g
88.33%
Selenium:55.02µg
78.6%
Vitamin B3:12.78mg
63.88%
Vitamin C:43.81mg
53.1%
Vitamin B6:1.03mg
51.55%
Phosphorus:471.46mg
47.15%
Manganese:0.88mg
43.82%
Vitamin B5:3.11mg
31.09%
Zinc:4.32mg
28.79%
Vitamin B12:1.57µg
26.25%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.99%
Vitamin A:1138.64IU
22.77%
Potassium:701.25mg
20.04%
Iron:3.34mg
18.56%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.02%
Magnesium:69.99mg
17.5%
Vitamin K:17.61µg
16.77%
Copper:0.33mg
16.57%
Fiber:2.68g
10.73%
Vitamin E:1.19mg
7.91%
Folate:26.96µg
6.74%
Calcium:64.09mg
6.41%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Source:My Recipes