Arroz con pollo is a staple in Latin cuisine made with savory yellow rice and chicken. I like to shred the chicken and add moisture with a secret ingredient (see below!). It is one of my go to meals to cook for my family. It’s kid-friendly and always hits the spot! With savory yellow rice and shredded chicken breast, it’s a hearty meal that satisfies and stores well for leftovers the next day.
There are many ways to cook arroz con pollo but this is my favorite way to make it. I begin by stewing chicken breasts. Since the chicken is going to cook in water, you’ll want to season generously. I started using Healthy Rican seasonings recently and I love them. They are a healthy alternative to traditional Latin seasonings that contain harmful ingredients and dyes. Use my code “curlsnpearlsss” for 10% OFF your order!
Add sofrito, tomato sauce and chicken bouillon paste to a pot and cook a few minutes until fragrant. Add the chicken breast, half of an onion and cover with water. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to medium and cover. Simmer for about 30 minutes. Remember to reserve that chicken broth for later!
I then use the chicken broth to cook the rice in, which adds tons of flavor. Pro tip: store any leftover broth from stews and soups in the freezer and use it to cook yellow rice. The flavor it adds is insane! Thank me later.
I shred the chicken while the rice cooks. I also like to add mayonnaise (secret ingredient) to the chicken, which adds moisture. I know it sounds crazy but trust me on this! You can’t really taste the mayonnaise and the heat will melt it so it won’t even be visible. Once the rice is cooked, I toss everything together to combine. Deliciousness!
I like to serve arroz con pollo with beans and a side of veggies. Usually I go with green beans, peas or broccoli. Sometime I make a mixed greens salad or an avocado and tomato salad with red onions. Tostones or maduros (sweet plantains) also pair well with arroz con pollo.
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