Jul 14 2026
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Arroz Con Pollo Recipe

Inspired by La Habana Vieja
Time1h
Serves4

Chicken and rice cooked with spices.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Spices

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Chop the onion and bell pepper into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

  2. 2

    Season the Chicken

    In a bowl, season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, paprika, cumin, and oregano. Make sure the chicken is evenly coated.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Chicken

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken thighs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the pot and set aside.

  2. 4

    Cook the Vegetables

    In the same pot, add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.

  3. 5

    Add Rice and Broth

    Add the rice to the pot and stir to combine with the vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.

  4. 6

    Combine and Simmer

    Once boiling, add the browned chicken thighs back to the pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.

  5. 7

    Add Peas

    After 25 minutes, add the peas to the pot. Stir gently and cover again for an additional 5 minutes.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve Hot

    Fluff the rice with a fork and serve the Arroz con Pollo hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

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