Arroz Con Pollo (Stewed Chicken & Rice) #5 Recipe
Recipe Ingredients
2 tbsp oil
2 lb chicken thighs & legs
1/2 tsp paprika
1 tbsp cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup onion, diced
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 1/2 cup water
1/2 cup white wine
3 tomatoes, diced
1 bouillon cube
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp oregano
1 tsp mixed vegetable seasoning
1/2 tsp basil
1 cup celery
1/2 cup almonds
3/4 cup short grain brown rice
3/4 cup wild rice
2 cup peas
Recipe Preparation
Heat oil and brown chicken in it for 10 minutes. Add paprika,
cilantro, onion and garlic. Saute until onion is clear. Stir in
water, wine, tomatoes, bouillon cube, and seasonings; combine
thoroughly. Stir in celery, almonds and rice. Cover and simmer 20
minutes; add peas and simmer another 10-20 minutes or until rice is
ready.
Servings: 4
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