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Galinhada

Flavorful Galinhada: Joyful One-Pot Chicken & Rice Delight

Experience the warmth of Galinhada, a traditional Brazilian one-pot dish that blends chicken, rice, and spices for a delightful meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Brazilian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 kg chicken skinless pieces
For the Rice
  • 1.5 cups rice Arborio or jasmine
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium onion yellow or sweet
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium bell pepper any color
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes fresh, if in season
For Cooking
  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • to taste salt adjust according to preference
  • to taste pepper adjust according to preference

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and your favorite spices. In a large pot, brown the chicken on all sides until golden, then set aside.
  2. Sauté the diced onions, minced garlic, and sliced bell peppers in the same pot until they’re soft and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Toast the rice by adding it to the pot, stirring gently to coat it, for about 2 minutes until slightly translucent.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes, stirring to blend. Gently place the browned chicken back into the pot.
  5. Cover the pot and simmer on low heat for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Galinhada can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator. It can also be frozen in individual portions for up to 3 months.

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