Ebru EkşioğluCuisinier de Ligne
19 July 2026 Last updated: 10 September 2026

Arroz con pollo, enjoyed across Cuban and Latin American cuisines, is made by cooking chicken and rice colored with saffron or achiote together in one pot. With its simple ingredients, it is a popular one-pot family meal.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Brown the Chicken

8 min

Brown the chicken in oil over medium-high heat for 8 minutes, turning it until colored on all sides. Set aside.

2

Make the Sofrito

10 min

In the same oil, sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic over medium heat for 8 minutes. Add the tomato and saffron.

3

Cook

20 min

Add the rice, chicken broth, and chicken. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes.

4

Add the Peas

5 min

Add the peas and cook for 5 more minutes. Season with salt.

5

Serve

Serve hot.

Reminder

Store in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
460 kcalCalories
28 gProtein
50 gCarbohydrate
17 gFat
2 gFiber
5 gSugar
480 mgSodium
4 gSaturated Fat
Protein 24% Carbohydrate 43% Fat 33%
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