Mexican-Style Chicken and Rice (Arroz con Pollo) for Two

This comforting Mexican-style chicken and rice dish is perfect for an intimate dinner for two. Made with tender chicken wings and flavorful rice cooked in a tomato-based sauce, this recipe delivers authentic homestyle flavors in smaller portions. It’s versatile enough to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins.

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Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 2 lbs chicken wings
  • 1 tsp Kinder’s The Blend seasoning
  • 1 tsp Montreal chicken seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp paprika

For the Rice:

  • 1/2 cup long-grain rice
  • 1/2 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 8 oz chicken broth
  • 1 tsp chicken bouillon powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp cooking oil

For Garnish:

  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Preparation Time

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Servings: 2

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

Cut off wing tips from chicken wings (optional)

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Season chicken wings with Kinder’s The Blend, Montreal seasoning, and paprika

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Step 2: Brown the Chicken

Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium-high heat

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Brown chicken wings on all sides for 10-12 minutes

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Remove chicken from pan and set aside

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Step 3: Prepare the Rice Base

Rinse rice in cold water

Add rice to the same pan with remaining oil and fond

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Toast rice until golden and fragrant, reducing heat to prevent burning

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Add diced onion and continue sautéing

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Add ground cumin

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Add chopped garlic and sauté for another minute

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Step 4: Add Liquids and Seasonings

Pour in tomato sauce and stir

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Add chicken broth

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Season with cracked pepper and chicken bouillon powder

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Taste and adjust seasonings as needed

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Step 5: Final Cooking

Return chicken wings to pan and arrange them evenly

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Add any remaining juices from the chicken bowl

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Cover with lid and reduce heat

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Simmer for 15-18 minutes without lifting the lid

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Turn off heat and let rest for 10 minutes with lid on

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Step 6: Serve

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve

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