Heart-Healthy Arroz con Pollo
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Heart-Healthy Arroz con Pollo, a wholesome twist on the classic Latin American dish. Packed with vibrant flavors and nutrient-rich ingredients, this recipe combines tender, spice-rubbed chicken breasts with hearty brown rice, sweet bell peppers, juicy diced tomatoes, and a pop of freshness from peas and cilantro. Cooked in low-sodium chicken broth, it’s a lighter, heart-smart option that doesn’t compromise on taste. Ready in just an hour, this one-pot meal is perfect for busy evenings and comes together with minimal cleanup. Serve with lime wedges for a zesty finish, and enjoy a comforting, satisfying dish that’s mindful of your health.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 chopped medium onion
- 2 chopped bell peppers
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1.5 cups brown rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 for serving lime wedges
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil. Cook the onion and bell peppers until soft, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer.
Stir in the brown rice and diced tomatoes, mixing well.
Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the rice mixture.
Cover and cook on low for 35 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
Add the frozen peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1712 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.1 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 1187 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.2 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.9 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.5 g | ||
| Protein | 172.9 g | 346% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 324 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 3267 mg | 70% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
