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Peruvian Arroz con Pollo
Peru's arroz con pollo cooks chicken and rice with cilantro into a vivid green, deeply savory one-pot meal.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 5 min📖 1 min readServes 6~364 kcal🇵🇪 Peruvian🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 35 min cook 10 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 5 min- Prep20 min
- Resting/Marinating10 min
- Cooking35 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 6 Chicken thighs
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Rice
- 1 bunch Cilantro
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Peas
- 1 Red pepper
- 1 Onion
- 2 clove Garlic
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Neutral oil
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Chicken stock
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Instructions
- 1
Sear the chicken in a hot pot for 6 minutes and set aside.
6 min06:00 - 2
Blend the cilantro, garlic, and pepper into a green sauce.
- 3
Saute the onion in oil for 5 minutes and add the green sauce.
5 min05:00 - 4
Add the rice, vegetables, and 3 glasses of chicken stock to the pot and coat them with the sauce.
- 5
Place the chicken on top and cook for 25 minutes over low heat.
25 min25:00 - 6
Rest the dish for 10 minutes so the chicken stock settles into the rice.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Blending the cilantro with chicken stock instead of water deepens the flavor without diluting it.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with onion salad on the side.
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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 B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~364
kcal calories
24
g protein
34
g carbs
14
g fat
Protein 27%Carbs 38%Fat 35%
GI 30 · Low GIGL 10 · Low GL
3.8g
Sugar
3.5g
Fiber
461.5mg
Sodium
2.4g
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)
9/10Very filling, for a really hungry day
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FAQ
How many servings does Peruvian Arroz con Pollo make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Peruvian Arroz con Pollo take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 35 minutes, including 10 minutes of passive resting; 65 minutes in total.Is Peruvian Arroz con Pollo difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Peruvian Arroz con Pollo have?
Approximately 364 kcal per serving. Protein: 24g, carbs: 34g, fat: 14g.Is Peruvian Arroz con Pollo allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Peruvian Arroz con Pollo belong to?
This recipe belongs to Peruvian cuisine.How many ingredients does Peruvian Arroz con Pollo need?
This recipe needs 9 ingredients.Is Peruvian Arroz con Pollo filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 9/10; keeps you full for a long time, made for a very hungry day. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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