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Arroz Imperial
A Cuban baked rice casserole layered with saffron rice, shredded chicken, mayonnaise, tomato, and cheese.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 15 min📖 1 min readServes 6~520 kcal🇨🇺 Cuban🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 45 min cook
- #High Protein
- #For Guests
- #Baked
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Timeline
Total 1 h 15 min- Prep30 min
- Cooking45 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Rice
- 650 g Chicken breast
- 3.5 cup(~700 ml) Chicken stock
- 1 Onion
- 3 clove Garlic
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Tomato puree
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Mayonnaise
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Kashar cheese
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Turmeric
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Olive oil
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Boil the chicken in salted water for 18 minutes and shred it.
18 min18:00 - 2
Soften the onion and garlic in olive oil for 6 minutes.
6 min06:00 - 3
Add the rice, turmeric, and chicken stock, then cook like pilaf for 15 minutes.
15 min15:00 - 4
Turn the shredded chicken with the tomato puree for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 5
Layer rice, mayonnaise, chicken, and cheese in a baking dish.
- 6
Bake for 18 minutes at 190°C, until the top is browned.
18 min18:00
💡 Tip: Take the rice off the stove 2 minutes early before baking; it absorbs the sauce in the dish and stays separate.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot in slices, with a citrusy green salad on the side if desired.
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- Iron
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~520
kcal calories
28
g protein
55
g carbs
20
g fat
Protein 22%Carbs 43%Fat 35%
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.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Egg
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Arroz Imperial make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Arroz Imperial take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 45 minutes; 75 minutes in total.Is Arroz Imperial difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Arroz Imperial have?
Approximately 520 kcal per serving. Protein: 28g, carbs: 55g, fat: 20g.Which allergens does Arroz Imperial contain?
This recipe contains Egg, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Arroz Imperial belong to?
This recipe belongs to Cuban cuisine.How many ingredients does Arroz Imperial need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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