This irresistible Arroz con Pollo recipe makes a tasty and nutritious meal for toddlers! Packed with chicken, saffron rice and vegetables, it’s an easy and kid-friendly dish to make for fussy eaters. With subtle flavours and a mild, creamy texture, this is a great family meal to enjoy with toddlers in Australia - both tasty and nourishing.
General Information
- Servings: 4
- Keywords: Arroz con Pollo, Rice and Chicken
- Calories: 375
- Protein: 16g
- Carbs: 44g
- Fats: 6g
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they’re golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Add the garlic and cumin and cook, stirring often, until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Add the rice and stir to coat with the onion-garlic mixture.
- Pour in the chicken broth and tomato sauce and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Add the peas and chicken and stir to combine.
- Cover the pan again and cook until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through (about 15 minutes).
- Stir in the parsley and serve.
Extra tip: For a healthier dish, you can replace the white rice with brown rice and add 1/2 cup more of broth.
Recommended Sides
- Roasted vegetables
- Steamed broccoli
- Fresh fruit salad
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