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Pollo Campero Rice Recipe

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Description

Pollo Campero is a popular Latin American restaurant chain that specializes in mouth-watering fried chicken. One of their most famous dishes is their delicious rice, which is loaded with flavor and spices. In this recipe, we’re going to show you how to make your own Pollo Campero rice at home, so you can enjoy this delicious dish whenever you want!

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is about 10-15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time is approximately 30 minutes.

Ingredients

For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
  • 2 cups of long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups of water
  • 1 can of sweet corn
  • 1 can of peas
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper

Equipment

For this recipe, you will need the following equipment:
  • A large pot with a lid
  • A wooden spoon
  • A cutting board
  • A sharp knife
  • A can opener
  • A measuring cup
  • A measuring spoon

Method

1. Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear. 2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. 3. Add the diced onions and bell peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes or until they are softened. 4. Add the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper and stir for about 30 seconds. 5. Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat it in the spices. 6. Add the water, corn, and peas to the pot and stir to combine. 7. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. 8. Cover the pot with a lid and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the liquid has been absorbed. 9. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and serve hot.

Notes

This recipe makes about 6-8 servings, so feel free to adjust the ingredient amounts if you need to make more or less rice. You can also add in other ingredients like diced tomatoes, black beans, or cilantro to customize the flavor.

Nutrition Info

One serving of this Pollo Campero rice recipe contains approximately:
  • Calories: 245
  • Total Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 397mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 47g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Protein: 5g

Recipe Tips

If you want to make this recipe even quicker, you can use frozen peas and corn instead of canned. Just be sure to thaw them before adding them to the pot. You can also use leftover rice instead of cooking it from scratch. Simply add the cooked rice to the pot with the sautéed vegetables and spices, along with a splash of water or broth to help reheat the rice. Finally, if you like your rice a bit spicier, feel free to add in some diced jalapeño or hot sauce to the mix. Enjoy!

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