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Puerto Rican Chicken and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)

Puerto Rican Chicken and Rice (Arroz con Pollo) brings tender bites of chicken and fluffy grains infused with sofrito, recaito, and sazón. Briny olives and capers balance the rich tomato base, while bits of ham and salted pork add depth. Serve it for a comforting family dinner or a festive weekend meal when you want a hearty, one-pot classic.

  • Prep30 mins
  • Cook55 mins
  • Serves12
  • DifficultyMedium
Puerto Rican Chicken and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)
  1. 1

    Put the chicken in a large bowl and cover it with apple cider vinegar. Set it aside.

  2. 2

    Warm the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the pork and ham; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Add the bell peppers and cook for 1 minute. Add the onion and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the sofrito and recaito and cook for 1 minute. Season with the oregano, cumin, and pepper. Add the capers and garlic and cook for 1 minute. Pour in the tomato sauce and olives; cook for 1 more minute.

  3. 3

    Strain the chicken and discard the vinegar. Add the chicken to the pot. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes. Adjust the heat as needed to keep it simmering but not boiling.

  4. 4

    Add the broth, sazon, and rice to the pot. Stir until well combined and return to a simmer. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 20 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and stir.

About This Recipe

Puerto Rican Chicken and Rice (Arroz con Pollo) is a Puerto Rican dinner recipe made with 20 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 25 mins, serves 12, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Apple Cider Vinegar, Black Pepper, Boneless Chicken Thigh, and Canola Oil. Each serving provides about 510.6 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Puerto Rican Chicken and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)?
It is a Puerto Rican recipe made with 20 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Puerto Rican Chicken and Rice (Arroz con Pollo) made of?
The main ingredients are Apple Cider Vinegar, Black Pepper, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Canola Oil, Capers. The full list of 20 is above.
How long does it take to make Puerto Rican Chicken and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)?
About 1 hr 25 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 55 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 510.6 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Puerto Rican Chicken and Rice (Arroz con Pollo) easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 20 ingredients and 4 steps.

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