I was thinking about what to make with skinless boneless chicken cutlets that I had in the freezer. I usually make them with bread crumbs and bake them but that’s rather boring and I wanted something interesting and flavorful. So I started to think what I could do. I decided on Arroz con Pollo. This one is really easy and so delicious. Every Latin household has their own twist on the dish. I am not Latin but I love cooking it and eating it. What you will find in most Latin dishes is something called a Sofrito. Sofrito consists of green and red peppers, onions, chopped fresh or canned tomatoes and garlic sautéed with extra virgin olive oil. Every country has their own version of Sofrito, and the one I make is similar to the ones that are used in Cuban cuisine. It’s a really easy dish and can be made for either a weeknight or weekend. Another great thing about this dish is that it all goes in one pot so you will have an easy clean up! To see how I made my Easy Arroz con Pollo, keep reading.
Arroz con Pollo
| Arroz con Pollo | |
- 1 ½ lbs. skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 2 inch chunks
- 1 green pepper, chopped
- 1 red pepper, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4-6 cloves of garlic, chopped
- 1 (14 oz) can of chopped/diced tomatoes
- 6 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup large green pimento stuffed olives, cut in half
- 2 tbsp. capers
- 1 pkg. Sazon with Annatto
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp. Italian parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste (you don’t want too much salt because the Sazon, olives and capers will be salty)
- In a large nonstick Dutch oven add about 3 tbsp. of the olive oil and saute the chicken until golden and no longer pink, about 6 or 7 minutes. When done, remove chicken and set aside.
- Add the rest of the olive oil and when hot, add the peppers, onions and garlic, salt and pepper. Stir and cook over medium low heat until the vegetables are soft, about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add in the tomatoes and stir to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add the rice and stir, and then add in the broth. Bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer and cover the pot. Cook for about 15-20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed. Add in the package of Sazon, capers and olives and mix well. Add the chicken pieces back into the mixture, stir to combine. Cover and simmer for about a minute or two until the chicken is warmed. Garnish with parsley. Serve and Enjoy!
Nancy Mock says
April 7, 2014 at 5:38 pmHi Sandi, Thanks for visiting my blog! I’m bummed that I missed your Sunday blog hop, but I’ll plan to catch it this Sunday.
This Arroz con Pollo sounds delicious! I have never tried to make it, but we love Mexican food so I’m sure it would be a hit. Thanks for sharing it!
Nancy at Hungry Enough To Eat Six
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Sandi says
April 8, 2014 at 1:53 pmHi Nancy, thanks so much….hope to see you next week! Have a great day! 🙂
Robyn @ simply fresh dinners says
April 9, 2014 at 9:37 amLove this dish, Sandi. Fresh, easy, healthy = perfect! Thanks for sharing. Popping over from Whimsy Wednesday.
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Sandi says
April 11, 2014 at 3:05 pmThanks so much Robin! I hope you have a great day! 🙂
Angela says
April 10, 2014 at 10:22 pmSandi! I love this chicken dish and yours sounds delicious and easy! Thanks so much for sharing at The Wednesday Roundup! Have a great weekend!!
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Sandi says
April 11, 2014 at 3:13 pmThanks so much Angela…I hope you and your family have a great weekend! 🙂
LydiaF says
April 10, 2014 at 10:46 pmSandi, this looks fabulous! I know what you mean about getting bored with the same old chicken. I’m sure Rick will love this! Thanks for linking up with Real Food Fridays 🙂
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Sandi says
April 11, 2014 at 3:13 pmThank you Lydia…glad you like it! Have a great weekend! 🙂
April @ The 21st century housewife says
April 11, 2014 at 4:27 amYour Arroz con Pollo sounds delicious, Sandi. It looks so lovely and colourful too. I always enjoy one pot meals like this – so comforting! I especially like the addition of the olives – there are so many wonderful flavours in this dish. Thank you for sharing it with us at The Hearth and Soul hop.
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Sandi says
April 11, 2014 at 3:16 pmGlad you like it April and I hope you and your family have a great weekend! 🙂
Nicole says
April 11, 2014 at 10:38 amSandi, this looks heavenly! I love Mexican food, and I’m pretty sure my kids would love to try this.
Btw, big thanks for linking up with Let’s Get Real. 🙂
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Sandi says
April 11, 2014 at 3:18 pmThank you very much Nicole…glad you like it! I hope you have a wonderful weekend! 🙂
Marla says
April 11, 2014 at 12:06 pmSounds delicious and so healthy! Thanks for sharing on Real Food Fridays Blog Hop. Have a wonderful healthy day!
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Sandi says
April 11, 2014 at 3:19 pmThank you Marla, and I hope you have a great weekend! 🙂
Kathi Riemer says
April 11, 2014 at 12:16 pmThank you for the recipe. I’ve pinned it and I will try it.
Sandi says
April 11, 2014 at 3:19 pmThanks Kathi…I hope you like it…have a great weekend! 🙂
Diane Balch says
April 11, 2014 at 3:05 pmI love light flavorful dishes like this.. thanks for bringing it to foodie friday.
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Sandi says
April 12, 2014 at 9:46 pmThank you so much Diane and I hope you have a great weekend! 🙂
Ronda@Kitchen Dreaming says
April 11, 2014 at 5:09 pmHi Sandi! I love a good Arroz con Pollo and easy just makes it all the better! Thanks for linking it up at The Weekend Social. I hope to see you next week!
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Sandi says
April 12, 2014 at 9:47 pmThanks Ronda! I will definitely be back next week….have a great weekend! 🙂
Holly says
April 13, 2014 at 11:30 amSandi, I can’t wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious and colorful! I love the combo of green olives with red peppers and chicken! I’m going to try this one right this week for dinner! Thanks for sharing! <3 Holly
Sandi says
April 16, 2014 at 5:57 pmThank you so much Holly…have a great day! 🙂
Miz Helen says
April 14, 2014 at 10:27 amHi Sandi,
I just love the capers and the olives in the recipe, Your Arroz con Pollo will have fabulous flavor. Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a very special week.
Come Back Soon!
Miz Helen
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Sandi says
April 16, 2014 at 5:58 pmThank you very much Miz Helen…have a great week too! 🙂
April says
April 14, 2014 at 1:17 pmThank you for sharing your recipe at Meal Planning Monday Recipe Link-Up. The green olives in this recipe look delicious, I want to give this recipe a try! I hope you join us again this week! 🙂 http://www.aprilshomemaking.com/2014/04/meal-planning-monday-recipe-link-up-6.html
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Sandi says
April 16, 2014 at 5:58 pmThank you very much April, I hope you have a great week! 🙂
Nicky says
April 14, 2014 at 1:50 pmSandi, this looks fantastic. I love the flavors of Arroz con Pollo. I haven’t made it in ages. I’ll be trying your version the next time I do. Thanks for sharing it at the Let’s Get Real Friday Link Party. It’s always great to have you join us.
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Sandi says
April 16, 2014 at 5:59 pmThanks so much Nicky! I hope you have a great evening! 🙂
Julia says
April 21, 2014 at 1:19 pmHello Sandi! I will be featuring you tomorrow on Tasty Tuesday! Make sure you stop by and check out our updated party and grab a featured button!
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Sandi says
April 25, 2014 at 11:29 amThank you so much Julia! I am very honored!! 🙂