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Sizzling One-Pot Chicken and Rice Fiesta

This flavorful and nourishing Arroz con Pollo dish combines tender chicken, bright veggies, and perfectly cooked rice. It's 210 calories per serving, and 2 Weight Watchers SmartPoints make it a healthy choice for dinner!
1
48 min
TOTAL TIME
303
CALORIES
$1.38
PER SERVING
Sizzling One-Pot Chicken and Rice Fiesta
Directions
8 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
38 min
COOK TIME
48 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large braising pan or Dutch oven over medium heat
2
Sauté minced garlic for 1 to 2 minutes, until fragrant.
3
Add chopped onion, chopped bell peppers, and frozen peas, sautéing for 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
4
Add the chicken pieces and sear for 2 minutes on all sides.
5
Stir in white rice, mixing until the chicken, vegetables, and rice are well combined
6
Pour in chicken broth, diced canned tomatoes, turmeric, ground cumin, kosher salt, ground pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix to combine.
7
Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until rice is cooked and no broth remains.
8
Serve hot with additional black pepper and red pepper flakes, if desired.
Health Info
Macros
36g
CARBS
6g
FAT
23g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use any type of rice to cook chicken and rice?
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How do I prevent the chicken from drying out or the rice from being mushy?
How do I know if the chicken and rice are done?
Can I add vegetables to the chicken and rice dish?