Arroz Con Pollo Y Camarones
Arroz Con Pollo Y Camarones is a vibrant, one-pot dish that beautifully marries tender chicken and succulent shrimp with fluffy rice and aromatic spices. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe delivers an explosion of flavors and colors on your plate. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to accommodate various dietary preferences, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser that brings everyone together.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Latin
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in lime juice, cumin, and paprika for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add marinated chicken to the skillet; cook until golden brown on all sides (approximately 10 minutes). Remove chicken temporarily.
- Add shrimp to the skillet; cook until pink (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in rice, tomato sauce, and broth; combine well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 20-25 minutes until rice absorbs liquid.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: For added flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight. You can also swap proteins or add seasonal vegetables. When reheating leftovers, add a splash of broth to maintain moisture.