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Arroz con Pollo Tropical (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

Name: Arroz con Pollo Tropical (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks; 1 small onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 bell pepper (red or green), diced; 1 large carrot, diced; 1 small potato, peeled and cubed; 1 cup green olives, pitted (Manzanilla or Spanish-style); 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp turmeric or annatto (for color, optional); 1/4 tsp ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste; 1 1/2 cups jasmine or basmati rice, rinsed; 2 1/2 cups water or broth (chicken or veggie, GF certified); 1 cup crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce (no soy); Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Category:

Main Course

Difficulty: Easy

Serves:

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Prep Time: 20 mkinutes

Cook Time: 40 Minutes

Rating:

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July 26, 2025 by Chef Molly

A vibrant, comforting rice dish inspired by Caribbean and Latin flavors. Juicy chicken, savory olives, and tender veggies all simmer together in tomato-rich goodness for a hearty, gluten-free one-pot meal.

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What You’ll Need:

2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 bell pepper (red or green), diced
1 large carrot, diced
1 small potato, peeled and cubed
1 cup green olives, pitted (Manzanilla or Spanish-style)
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp turmeric or annatto (for color, optional)
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
1 1/2 cups jasmine or basmati rice, rinsed
2 1/2 cups water or broth (chicken or veggie, GF certified)
1 cup crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce (no soy)
Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Prepration for:Arroz con Pollo Tropical (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

Step 1/6

Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and brown them for 4–5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 2/6

Sauté Veggies: In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, bell pepper, and potato. Sauté for 5 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3/6

Add Spices & Sauce: Stir in cumin, paprika, turmeric (if using), salt, and pepper. Add the crushed tomatoes and olives. Mix well.

Step 4/6

Combine & Simmer: Add the rice, water/broth, and seared chicken back to the pot. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.

Step 5/6

Cover & Cook: Cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to avoid sticking.

Step 6/6

Fluff & Serve: Let the dish sit for 5 minutes off the heat. Fluff with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley.

Chef's Tips & Notes

Optional Add-In: A handful of frozen peas or corn can be added in the last 5 minutes.

For extra tang: Add a squeeze of fresh lime before serving.

Storage: Keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days and reheats beautifully.

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Arroz con Pollo Tropical (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

Directions

Step 1

Sear the Chicken:
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and brown them for 4–5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 2

Sauté Veggies:
In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, bell pepper, and potato. Sauté for 5 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Add Spices & Sauce:
Stir in cumin, paprika, turmeric (if using), salt, and pepper. Add the crushed tomatoes and olives. Mix well.

Step 4

Combine & Simmer:
Add the rice, water/broth, and seared chicken back to the pot. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.

Step 5

Cover & Cook:
Cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to avoid sticking.

Step 6

Fluff & Serve:
Let the dish sit for 5 minutes off the heat. Fluff with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley.

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