Chicken with Rice (Arroz con Pollo)

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Chicken with Rice (Arroz con Pollo)
125 min.
6
729kcal

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Welcome to a culinary journey that brings the vibrant flavors of Latin America right to your kitchen! This Chicken with Rice, or Arroz con Pollo, is a delightful dish that perfectly balances savory and aromatic ingredients, making it an ideal choice for lunch or dinner. With its gluten-free and dairy-free features, this recipe caters to a variety of dietary preferences, ensuring everyone can enjoy a hearty meal.

Imagine tender, boneless chicken thighs seared to golden perfection, nestled atop a bed of fluffy, saffron-infused rice. The addition of fresh peas, zesty green chiles, and juicy diced tomatoes creates a colorful and appetizing presentation that is sure to impress your family and friends. Each bite is a celebration of flavors, with the warmth of crushed red pepper flakes and the richness of olive oil enhancing the overall experience.

Not only is this dish a feast for the senses, but it also boasts a caloric breakdown that is balanced and satisfying, with a hearty serving of protein, healthy fats, and wholesome carbohydrates. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to enjoy a comforting meal at home, this Chicken with Rice recipe is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that is as delicious as it is nourishing!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  •  chicken thighs boneless with skin
  • ounce chiles green chopped canned
  • 28 ounce canned tomatoes diced canned
  • 1.3 cups chicken broth 
  • 0.8 cup peas fresh
  • clove garlic crushed
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • cups onion chopped
  • ounce pimiento-stuffed olives green drained sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper flakes red crushed
  • cups converted rice long-grain white
  • 0.3 teaspoon saffron threads 
  • 2.5 teaspoons salt 
  • 0.5 cup water 

Equipment

  • oven
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Sear the chicken until golden, then set aside. Stir in the onion, garlic, and red pepper flakes; cook until the onions have softened, about 4 minutes.
  3. Add the rice, and season with salt, pepper, and saffron. Cook rice until golden, stirring constantly, about 10 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, green chiles, and chicken broth.
  4. Place chicken thighs on top, then bring to a boil, cover, and place in the preheated oven.
  5. Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven, then sprinkle the peas, pimentos, and olives on top.
  6. Pour in the water, but do not stir. Recover and continue baking until the chicken is fully cooked, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories729kcal
Protein18.29%
Fat43.6%
Carbs38.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.42
Glycemic Load
34.25
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.761739067409%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.24mg
Isorhamnetin
2.67mg
Kaempferol
0.36mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
10.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:728.58kcal
36.43%
Fat:35.5g
54.61%
Saturated Fat:8.23g
51.43%
Carbohydrates:69.81g
23.27%
Net Carbohydrates:62.87g
22.86%
Sugar:9.62g
10.69%
Cholesterol:148.63mg
49.54%
Sodium:2115.97mg
92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.51g
67.03%
Manganese:1.14mg
56.95%
Selenium:39.58µg
56.55%
Vitamin B3:10.38mg
51.91%
Vitamin B6:0.96mg
47.78%
Phosphorus:393.44mg
39.34%
Vitamin C:29.99mg
36.35%
Copper:0.57mg
28.47%
Fiber:6.93g
27.74%
Vitamin E:4.12mg
27.44%
Potassium:943.33mg
26.95%
Vitamin B5:2.64mg
26.44%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.22%
Iron:4.15mg
23.08%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.11%
Zinc:3.31mg
22.09%
Magnesium:88.11mg
22.03%
Vitamin K:18.1µg
17.24%
Vitamin B12:0.97µg
16.23%
Vitamin A:765.42IU
15.31%
Folate:60µg
15%
Calcium:122.94mg
12.29%
Source:Allrecipes