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.
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)
Season chicken wings with Kinder’s The Blend, Montreal seasoning, and paprika
Step 2: Brown the Chicken
Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium-high heat
Brown chicken wings on all sides for 10-12 minutes
Remove chicken from pan and set aside
Step 3: Prepare the Rice Base
Rinse rice in cold water
Add rice to the same pan with remaining oil and fond
Toast rice until golden and fragrant, reducing heat to prevent burning
Add diced onion and continue sautéing
Add ground cumin
Add chopped garlic and sauté for another minute
Step 4: Add Liquids and Seasonings
Pour in tomato sauce and stir
Add chicken broth
Season with cracked pepper and chicken bouillon powder
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed
Step 5: Final Cooking
Return chicken wings to pan and arrange them evenly
Add any remaining juices from the chicken bowl
Cover with lid and reduce heat
Simmer for 15-18 minutes without lifting the lid
Turn off heat and let rest for 10 minutes with lid on
Step 6: Serve
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve
