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Bogotan Arroz con Pollo
Bogotá — Mother recipe · en it
A delicious and hearty dish that combines rice with chicken in a flavorful broth, typical of Bogotan cuisine.
⏱️ 20 min prep + 30 min cottura · 4 porzioni · facile
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken, cut into pieces
- 400 g of parboiled rice
- 200 ml of palm oil
- 2 onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 red bell peppers, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 200 ml of chicken broth
- 200 ml of water
- 200 ml of white wine
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
Method
- In a large pan, heat the palm oil and sauté the onions and garlic until they become golden.
- Add the chicken and cook until well done.
- Add the bell peppers and zucchini, cook for a few minutes.
- In a pot, mix the chicken broth, water, white wine, sugar, and spices, bring to a boil.
- Add the rice and cook until it's al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Mix the rice with the chicken and vegetables, serve hot.
The story
‘Arroz con Pollo’ is a traditional dish found throughout Colombia, but Bogotá’s version stands out for its use of local spices and fresh ingredients, reflecting the culinary importance of the capital.
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