Instant Pot® Puerto Rican Arroz con Pollo

Instant Pot® Puerto Rican Arroz con Pollo
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 10 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    58

Experience the vibrant flavors of Puerto Rico with this simplified, yet authentic Arroz con Pollo, crafted for your Instant Pot®. A symphony of savory chicken, aromatic sofrito, and perfectly cooked rice, all in one pot!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    66 g
  • Cholesterol
    84 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    34 g
  • Saturated Fat
    8 g
  • Sodium
    2579 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    25 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Engage the 'Sauté' function on your Instant Pot®. Once heated, add olive oil. Introduce the diced salt pork and stir until the edges begin to crisp, approximately 2 minutes.

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Recipe View Incorporate the chopped chicken and sazon seasoning. Continue to cook, stirring periodically, until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.

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Recipe View Add the sofrito and sauté, stirring occasionally, for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

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Recipe View Pour in the tomato sauce, followed by the sliced olives and drained capers. Stir well to combine, cooking until the mixture is bubbly and fragrant, approximately 1-2 minutes. Turn off the Sauté function.

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Recipe View Add the thoroughly rinsed rice and stir well to distribute evenly.

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Recipe View Drain the liquid from the can of gandules into a measuring cup. Add enough water to reach a total of 2 1/2 cups of liquid. Pour this mixture, along with the gandules, into the Instant Pot. Stir thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.

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Recipe View Secure the lid, ensuring it's properly locked. Select the 'High Pressure' setting and set the timer for 17 minutes. Allow 10-15 minutes for the pressure to build inside the pot.

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Recipe View Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for approximately 15 minutes. Carefully release any remaining pressure using the quick-release method, around 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

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Recipe View Using a fork, gently fluff the rice to separate the grains. Serve hot and enjoy this taste of Puerto Rico!

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a bay leaf during the pressure cooking stage. Remember to remove it before serving.
If you prefer a drier Arroz con Pollo, reduce the amount of liquid by 1/4 cup.
Adjust the salt and pepper to your taste. The sazon seasoning and salt pork already contribute a good amount of saltiness.
Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley for a pop of color and freshness.

Marta Kunze

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.5/ 5 ( 19 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Sigurd Reynolds

    My family loved it! I did add a little extra sofrito because we love the flavor.

  • Robb Rogahn

    This recipe is a game-changer! So easy and the flavor is spot on!

  • Enoch Schimmel

    I've made this several times now, and it's always a hit. The Instant Pot makes it so convenient.

  • Jakob Kling

    The natural pressure release is key to getting the rice just right. Thanks for the tip!

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