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Quick Arroz con Pollo
30 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
480 kcalCalories
30 gProtein
40 gCarbs
20 gFat

Approximate values estimated by AI

Quick Arroz con Pollo

75% authentic · Latin American

A simplified, faster version of the classic, using pre-cooked elements and quicker cooking methods for a weeknight-friendly meal.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Cooked chicken (rotisserie)3 cups, shredded
  • Instant rice2 cups
  • Chicken broth3 cups
  • Yellow onion, finely chopped1/2 cup
  • Garlic, minced2 cloves
  • Frozen peas1 cup
  • Pimientos, diced1/4 cup
  • Olive oil1 tbsp
  • Sazón seasoning with achiote1 packet
  • Saltto taste
  • Black pepperto taste
  • Fresh cilantro, choppedfor garnish

Steps

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onion until softened, about 3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Stir in the Sazón seasoning.

  4. 4

    Add the instant rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.

  5. 5

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook according to package directions for instant rice (usually 5-7 minutes).

  6. 6

    Once rice is cooked, stir in the shredded chicken, frozen peas, and diced pimientos. Cook until heated through, about 3-5 minutes.

  7. 7

    Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

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