Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

frying chicken

cut up

0.25 cup

oil

0.25 cup

butter

2.5 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

1 cup

uncooked rice

0.75 cup

chopped onion

chopped

0.5 cup

chopped green pepper

chopped

1 unit

clove garlic

minced

0.25 cup

tomato paste

2.5 cup

canned tomatoes

0.5 cup

canned mushrooms

2.5 cup

boiling water

Step 1
~5 min

Cut up the frying chicken into pieces.

Step 2
~5 min

Heat oil and butter in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~5 min

Fry the chicken pieces in the hot oil and butter until they are delicately browned on all sides.

Step 4
~5 min

Remove the browned chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 5
~5 min

Add salt, pepper, and uncooked rice to the oil and butter remaining in the pan.

Step 6
~5 min

Fry the rice mixture until it turns golden brown, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 7
~5 min

Add chopped onion, chopped green pepper, minced garlic, and tomato paste to the pan.

Step 8
~5 min

Stir in canned tomatoes and canned mushrooms.

Step 9
~5 min

Pour in boiling water and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 10
~5 min

Return the browned chicken pieces to the pan, placing them on top of the rice and vegetable mixture.

Step 11
~5 min

Cover the pan tightly and reduce the heat to low.

Step 12
~5 min

Simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the rice is cooked through.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

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 made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of warm tortillas.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

New Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular dish in New Mexican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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