One-Pot Spanish Chicken and Yellow Rice

One-Pot Spanish Chicken and Yellow Rice
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    33 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    38 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    36

Transport yourself to a sun-drenched Spanish courtyard with this vibrant and flavorful one-pot dish. Tender chicken simmers with aromatic saffron-infused rice and sweet peas, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that's both comforting and sophisticated.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    49 g
  • Cholesterol
    59 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    29 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    811 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent (about 5 minutes).

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Recipe View 1 mins Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Be careful not to burn the garlic.

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03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook, turning occasionally, until lightly browned on all sides (about 5 minutes).

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04 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.

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05 Step

Recipe View 20 mins Stir in the yellow rice, reduce heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and simmer until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through (about 20 minutes).

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06 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Remove from heat and gently stir in the frozen peas. Cover and let stand for 2 minutes to allow the peas to thaw and warm through.

For an extra layer of flavor, add a pinch of saffron threads to the chicken broth before adding the rice.
Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro for a pop of freshness.
Feel free to substitute other vegetables, such as diced bell peppers or chopped tomatoes, for the peas.
If you don't have yellow rice, you can use regular long-grain rice and add a teaspoon of turmeric powder for color and flavor.
Use fire-roasted diced tomatoes for a more robust flavor.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 12 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Brent Jacobsonchristiansen

    My rice was a little mushy, so next time I'll reduce the amount of liquid slightly.

  • Americo Ankunding

    Great recipe! I will definitely make it again.

  • Jacynthe Brown

    So delicious, a great meal to make after work when you don't have time to cook.

  • Wilhelm Beier

    This recipe is a lifesaver! So easy and the whole family loves it.

  • Irving Morissette

    I added some chorizo for extra flavor, and it was amazing!

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