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Spanish Arroz con Pollo (Chicken and Rice)
(706)
55 min6460 calBy ChickenRecipes.ca Team|March 15, 2024
Arroz con pollo is Spanish for chicken and rice, but it's really about the rice — stained yellow with saffron or turmeric, studded with peas and roasted red peppers, infused with the juices from bone-in chicken thighs that cook right on top. The rice gets a toasted base from sautéing in olive oil before the broth goes in, and the bottom layer develops a crispy golden crust called socarrat that's the best part. One pot, 45 minutes, feeds a family of six for under $12.
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Ingredients
Servings:
6
Instructions
Nutrition Per Serving
460
Calories
31g
Protein
22g
Fat
24g
Carbs
Fiber4g
Sugar13g
Sodium536mg
Reviews
4.7 / 5 (706 reviews)
Daniel Q.
Aug 16, 2025Followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect.
Jessica N.
Jul 18, 2025Great recipe! Even my picky kids loved it.
Amanda Q.
Aug 8, 2025Followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect.
Jessica O.
Apr 2, 2025Great recipe! Even my picky kids loved it.
Recipe at a Glance
Prep:
15 minCook:
40 minTotal:
55 minServings:
6Difficulty:
MediumPro Tips
- 1Most international spices are available at T&T, Adonis, or the international aisle of Loblaws, Metro, and Sobeys.
- 2Marinating overnight makes a significant difference in flavour penetration — plan ahead when possible.
- 3Bone-in chicken is preferred for most international recipes because the bones add body and richness to the sauce.
Variations
- Swap chicken thighs for drumsticks — they're often cheaper and work in nearly every international recipe.
- Vegetarian version: replace chicken with chickpeas or firm tofu for most recipes.
- Adjust spice levels freely — start with half the chili/heat components and add more to taste.
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