Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
Directions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the rice, chicken broth, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet.
- Simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through.
- Stir in the parsley and cooked chicken.
- Serve warm.
Interesting Facts
- This dish is a popular street food in Peru.
- It is also known as "arroz con pollo".
- The dish is often served with a side of black beans.