Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

chicken wings

1 pinch

salt

freshly ground

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

1 tsp

dried oregano

4 cup

chicken broth

1 tsp

saffron thread

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 cup

onion

chopped

0.5 unit

cubanelle pepper

chopped

1 unit

garlic clove

minced

0.25 cup

dry white wine

1 unit

bay leaf

0.25 tsp

crushed red pepper flakes

2 cup

rice

8 ounce

frozen peas and carrots

0.5 cup

pimento-stuffed green olives

sliced

1 tbsp

capers

4 ounce

roasted red peppers

cut into strips

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2
~4 min

Cut chicken wing tips off and separate wings into two pieces at the joint.

Step 3
~4 min

Season chicken wings generously with salt, pepper, and oregano.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat chicken broth and saffron in a small, covered saucepan over low heat.

Step 5
~4 min

Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 6
~4 min

Brown chicken pieces on all sides for about 8-10 minutes and set aside.

Step 7
~4 min

Add onions and peppers to the Dutch oven and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 8
~4 min

Add garlic and cook for about 1 minute.

Step 9
~4 min

Add white wine or beer and scrape the bottom of the pan.

Step 10
~4 min

Add bay leaf, red pepper flakes, rice, and broth with saffron; stir to combine.

Step 11
~4 min

Bring mixture almost to a boil, then cover and put in oven.

Step 12
~4 min

Cook in oven until rice is almost tender, about 25 minutes.

Step 13
~4 min

Nestle chicken pieces into the rice.

Step 14
~4 min

Rinse peas, carrots, green olives, and capers in a large strainer and distribute over chicken and rice.

Step 15
~4 min

Arrange red pepper strips over all, cover, and return to oven until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender, about 10 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use long-grain rice for best results.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired spice level.

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be partially made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Pairs well with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Avocado salad
Plantain chips

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Colombia

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Colombian cuisine, often served at family gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Birthdays
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Party Food

Popularity Score

70/100

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