Colombian Arroz con Pollo (Rice with Chicken)

Ingredients

4

chicken breasts, cooked and shredded in small pieces

3

tablespoons canola oil

1

large red pepper, chopped

1

large yellow pepper, chopped

1

large green pepper, chopped

1

garlic clove, crushed

1

medium onion, chopped 

3

cups of rice

5

cups of water And cup Of Ketchup 

2

cups of mixed veggies in pieces (carrot, peas, beans, yellow corn) 

1

chicken bouillon cube

1

A packet of seasoning with saffron (Goya Adobo)

Salt to Taste. 

Steps

  • 1

    Heat oil in a large pot over low heat. Stir-fry the chopped peppers, garlic and onion, and stir until they’re golden brown.

  • 2

    Add 3 cups of rice; remember to stir everything well.

  • 3

    Add 5 cups of water, the chopped veggies, chicken breast, bouillon, seasoning and salt. Stir and let cook at medium heat for approximately 15 minutes or until the rice dries.

  • 4

    Once rice has absorbed all the water, cover the pot and cook at low heat for 10 to 15 minutes until the rice is soft.

SERVE

Serve with a little chopped cilantro on top. A little squeeze of lime juice  and some crispy potatoes on the side. Enjoy with a nice cold beer. 

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