Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEl Pollo LocoOriginal Pollo Bowl® - Shrimp Recipe

Original Pollo Bowl® - Shrimp Recipe

Inspired by El Pollo Loco
Time40m
Serves4

Make Original Pollo Bowl® - Shrimp Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base

Method

Preparing the Base

  1. 1

    Cook the Rice

    In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the white rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Cooking the Shrimp

  1. 2

    Sauté the Shrimp

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the shrimp, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Assembling the Bowl

  1. 3

    Prepare the Bowl

    Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and divide it equally into serving bowls. Top with the sautéed shrimp, sliced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

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