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Sofrito Chicken and Cauliflower Rice

Sofrito Chicken and Cauliflower Rice features juicy bone-in chicken roasted over a garlicky, herb-laced sofrito with tomato and cumin, soaking the meat and cauliflower rice in bold, aromatic flavor. Sweet pops of green peas round it out for a hearty, one-pan dinner that’s both light and satisfying. Ideal for weeknights when you want vibrant, homey comfort with minimal cleanup.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook50 mins
  • Serves2
  • DifficultyEasy
Sofrito Chicken and Cauliflower Rice
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Mix the sazon seasoning, chili powder, and pepper in a small bowl. Season each chicken breast with the sazon spice mix, making sure to get some under the skin as well as on the outside.

  3. 3

    Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil to the hot pan, then place the chicken breasts skin-side down in the skillet. Brown the chicken for about 4 minutes. When the skin is browned, transfer the chicken to a plate. Add the sofrito, tomato paste, and cumin to the same skillet and cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the chicken stock and bring it to a boil. Stir in the riced cauliflower and nestle the chicken down into the mixture. Cover.

  4. 4

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Stir in the peas and salt, then bake, uncovered, until the chicken is no longer pink at the bone, the juices run clear, and most of the liquid has cooked down, 15 to 20 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Serve hot.

About This Recipe

Sofrito Chicken and Cauliflower Rice is a Puerto Rican dinner recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 2, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Chicken Stock, and Chili Powder. Each serving provides about 534.43 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Sofrito Chicken and Cauliflower Rice?
It is a Puerto Rican recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Sofrito Chicken and Cauliflower Rice made of?
The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Chicken Stock, Chili Powder, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil. The full list of 12 is above.
How long does it take to make Sofrito Chicken and Cauliflower Rice?
About 1 hr in total: 10 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 534.43 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Sofrito Chicken and Cauliflower Rice easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 4 steps.

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