Spanish Chicken And Rice Bake Recipes

OVEN-BAKED SPANISH CHICKEN WITH RICE

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Season the chicken with seasoned salt (or white salt) and black pepper then add to the skillet.
• Brown on both sides then remove to a plate.
• Add in the onions, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, garlic and chili flakes (if using) saute until soft (about 3-4 minutes).
• Add in tomatoes with juice, broth, rice, chili powder, cinnamon and cumin; mix with wooden spoon and bring to a boil.
• Season with more seasoned salt and black pepper to taste.
• Transfer to a large greased baking dish or roasting pan.
• Top with the browned chicken pieces, then sprinkle the olives all over.
• Bake covered at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
• Uncover then spoon picante sauce over the chicken.
• To with with shredded cheddar cheese.
• Return to oven to bake 3-5 minutes.

ONE PAN SPANISH CHICKEN AND RICE RECIPE (ARROZ CON POLLO)

Steps:

• Soak the rice in water. Rinse the rice well and place it in a bowl. Cover the rice with water and allow it to soak for 15 minutes while you work on other things. You should be able to break a grain of rice easily. Drain well.
• Make the spice rub. In a small bowl, mix the spices, salt and pepper.
• Season the chicken. Pat the chicken dry and season with the spice rub, be sure to lift the chicken skins and apply some of the spice rub underneath (this is important for flavor).
• Brown the chicken on both sides. In a 5-quart braiser pan (or a large deep skillet with a cover), heat 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Carefully add the chicken and brown deeply on both sides. Remove the chicken and set it aside on a plate for now.
• Cook chorizo and vegetables. In the same pan, add the chorizo. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring regularly until the chorizo has nicely browned. Add the green peppers, onions, and garlic. Cook over medium heat, stirring regularly, for 5 minutes.
• Cook the chicken. Now add the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken broth. Add the browned chicken back to the pan. Raise the heat to bring the liquid to a boil, then lower to medium and cover. Cook for about 15 to 20 minutes.
• Add the rice and cook the rice with the chicken. Uncover the pan and remove the chicken briefly (set on a dish near the stove for now). Stir the drained rice into the cooking liquid. Cook uncovered over high heat for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the chicken back on top of the rice. Turn the heat to low, cover the pan again and cook the rice and chicken together for another 20 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked.
• Let the chicken and rice rest in the pan. Turn the heat off, but leave the pan covered and undisturbed for 10 more minutes. Serve hot.

SPANISH CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE

Steps:

• In a large skillet, saute rice and vermicelli in butter until golden brown. Gradually stir in the water, tomatoes and contents of the rice seasoning packets. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, corn, sour cream and 1/2 cup cheese. Stir in rice mixture. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese (dish will be full). Bake, uncovered, at 375 for 20-25 minutes of until heated through. Yield: 8 servings.

SPANISH CHICKEN & RICE BAKE

Steps:

• Mix soup, salsa, water, corn, and beans (optional) and rice in 2-quart shallow baking dish.
• Top with chicken (seasoned with salt and pepper) and sprinkle with chili powder.
• Cover tightly with casserole lid or foil.
• Bake at 375°F for 45 minutes or so.
• Sprinkle with cheese.