Arroz Con Pollo
Serves 6
Directions
- 1Cut the chicken into thin strips.
- 2Cut the chicken into thin strips.
- 3Cut the chicken into thin strips.
- 4Toss the chicken with oil and a packet of fajita seasoning, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- 5Toss the chicken with oil and a packet of fajita seasoning, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- 6Toss the chicken with oil and a packet of fajita seasoning, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- 7Sear the chicken in small batches in a very hot skillet until golden brown with crispy edges.
- 8Sear the chicken in small batches in a very hot skillet until golden brown with crispy edges.
- 9Sear the chicken in small batches in a very hot skillet until golden brown with crispy edges.
- 10Pour oil into a pot.
- 11Pour oil into a pot.
- 12Pour oil into a pot.
- 13Add white rice to the pot.
- 14Add white rice to the pot.
- 15Add white rice to the pot.
- 16Stir the rice in the pot.
- 17Stir the rice in the pot.
- 18Stir the rice in the pot.
- 19Add water to the rice.
- 20Add water to the rice.
- 21Add water to the rice.
- 22Add tomato sauce to the rice.
- 23Add tomato sauce to the rice.
- 24Add tomato sauce to the rice.
- 25Add chicken bouillon powder to the rice.
- 26Add chicken bouillon powder to the rice.
- 27Add chicken bouillon powder to the rice.
- 28Pour evaporated milk into a saucepan.
- 29Pour evaporated milk into a saucepan.
- 30Pour evaporated milk into a saucepan.
- 31Add a pound of white American cheese into the saucepan with the evaporated milk.
- 32Add a pound of white American cheese into the saucepan with the evaporated milk.
- 33Add a pound of white American cheese into the saucepan with the evaporated milk.
- 34Add 8 ounces of pepper jack cheese for a little kick.
- 35Add 8 ounces of pepper jack cheese for a little kick.
- 36Add 8 ounces of pepper jack cheese for a little kick.
- 37Add chopped jalapeños to the cheese sauce ingredients.
- 38Add chopped jalapeños to the cheese sauce ingredients.
- 39Add chopped jalapeños to the cheese sauce ingredients.
- 40Melt the cheese sauce ingredients on low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
- 41Melt the cheese sauce ingredients on low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
- 42Melt the cheese sauce ingredients on low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
- 43Divide the cooked chicken into six meal prep containers, each with a base of homemade Spanish rice.
- 44Divide the cooked chicken into six meal prep containers, each with a base of homemade Spanish rice.
- 45Divide the cooked chicken into six meal prep containers, each with a base of homemade Spanish rice.
- 46Finish each container with a hefty drizzle of the rich, cheesy sauce.
- 47Finish each container with a hefty drizzle of the rich, cheesy sauce.
- 48Finish each container with a hefty drizzle of the rich, cheesy sauce.
- 49Close the containers with lids for meal prepping.
- 50Close the containers with lids for meal prepping.
- 51Close the containers with lids for meal prepping.
- 52Enjoy your meal prep.
- 53Enjoy your meal prep.
- 54Enjoy your meal prep.
Ingredients
- 8 to 10 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 8 to 10 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 8 to 10 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 packet fajita seasoning
- 1 packet fajita seasoning
- 1 packet fajita seasoning
- 2 TBSP Oil
- 2 TBSP Oil
- 2 TBSP Oil
- 2 cups white rice
- 2 cups white rice
- 2 cups white rice
- 4 cups water
- 4 cups water
- 4 cups water
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 2 TBSP Chicken Bouillon Powder
- 2 TBSP Chicken Bouillon Powder
- 2 TBSP Chicken Bouillon Powder
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 1 lb white American cheese
- 1 lb white American cheese
- 1 lb white American cheese
- 8 oz pepper jack cheese
- 8 oz pepper jack cheese
- 8 oz pepper jack cheese
- Chopped jalapenos/green chiles
- Chopped jalapenos/green chiles
- Chopped jalapenos/green chiles
Equipment
skilletcutting boardknifebowlsaucepanspatulameal prep containers
Tips
- To get a deep color and crispy edges on the chicken, cook it in small batches in a very hot skillet to prevent steaming.
- For the cheese sauce, use white American cheese from the deli counter for a silky smooth texture.
- Keep the heat low and slow when making the cheese sauce, stirring constantly to prevent sticking or burning.
- The cheese will take some time to melt, but continue stirring until it is perfectly creamy and smooth.
- This meal prep is more affordable than eating out and allows you to enjoy your favorite cheesy comfort food anytime you want.
- Check the previous video for the Spanish rice recipe details if you missed it.
- The white American cheese is the most expensive ingredient in this meal prep, contributing significantly to the overall cost per serving but still making it more affordable than dining out.
- You can have your favorite cheesy comfort food anytime you want with this recipe.
- Make sure each piece of chicken is well coated with the seasoning for maximum flavor.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when searing chicken to ensure proper searing instead of steaming.
- Take your time with each batch of chicken to achieve a golden brown color and crispy texture.
- This recipe provides a satisfying and budget-friendly alternative to restaurant meals.
- The recipe calls for a specific type of American cheese that needs to be bought from a deli counter, to ensure a smooth texture.
- The overall cost of this meal prep is approximately $4.50 per serving, making it an economical choice for regular consumption.
- The white American cheese is crucial for achieving the desired silky smooth texture in the cheese sauce.
- Using evaporated milk is key to achieving a perfect consistency for the cheese sauce.
- The addition of chopped jalapeños or green chilies provides a slight kick to the cheese sauce.
- Cooking the chicken in hot oil helps to develop a flavorful crust.
- This meal prep is designed to be convenient and provide multiple servings for future meals.
- The recipe is a great option for those looking to enjoy a beloved dish without the high restaurant price.