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Medium 1 hr 28 min~330 kcal 5/10
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Arroz con Pollo
A Cuban rice dish that cooks chicken with saffron, tomato, pepper, and peas in one pan, colorful, savory, and meant to come to the table steaming.
Medium⏱️ 55 min📖 1 min readServes 5~338 kcal🇨🇺 Cuban🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 30 min cook 10 min rest
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Timeline
Total 55 min- Prep15 min
- Resting/Marinating10 min
- Cooking30 min
Ingredients
5 servings
Quick:
- 600 g Chicken thighs
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Rice
- 1 Onion
- 1 Capia pepper
- 200 ml Tomato puree
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Peas
- 2 clove Garlic
- 1 pinch Saffron
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
- 2.5 cup(~500 ml) Hot water
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Instructions
- 1
Salt the chicken and brown it in a hot pan for 6 minutes.
6 min06:00 - 2
Saute the onion, pepper, and garlic in the same pot for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 3
Add the tomato puree, saffron, and seasoning, then cook for 3 minutes.
3 min03:00 - 4
Add the rice, peas, and hot water, then place the chicken on top.
- 5
Cook the dish over low heat for 18 minutes.
18 min18:00 - 6
Rest for 10 minutes so the rice grains do not break.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Searing the chicken first for color leaves deeper flavor in the rice.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with peas scattered over the top.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin C
Nutrition (per serving)
~338
kcal calories
23
g protein
38
g carbs
10
g fat
Protein 28%Carbs 46%Fat 26%
GI 31 · Low GIGL 12 · Medium GL
5.1g
Sugar
3.6g
Fiber
589.5mg
Sodium
1.4g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
7/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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FAQ
How many servings does Arroz con Pollo make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Arroz con Pollo take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 30 minutes, including 10 minutes of passive resting; 55 minutes in total.Is Arroz con Pollo difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Arroz con Pollo have?
Approximately 338 kcal per serving. Protein: 23g, carbs: 38g, fat: 10g.Is Arroz con Pollo allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Arroz con Pollo belong to?
This recipe belongs to Cuban cuisine.How many ingredients does Arroz con Pollo need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.Is Arroz con Pollo filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 7/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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