Panamanian-style chicken with rice is a very celebrated traditional dish during Panama's national festivities. Its simple preparation and popularity make it a delightful gastronomic experience enjoyed throughout the country.
Here we teach you the art of preparing an exquisite chicken and rice dish in the Panamanian style.
This iconic dish combines cooked rice with seasoned chicken pieces and fresh vegetables such as peas, carrots, and peppers. Cooked with spices like annatto and coriander, it acquires its distinctive color and flavor.
It is a comforting and popular treat across the nation, perfect for sharing special moments with family.
Chicken and Rice
Ingredients
1 pound of Whole rice
4 pounds of Chicken
4 Bell peppers
1 Onion
3 tablespoons of Lard or oil
Olives and capers
4 Tomatoes
2 Garlic cloves
1 can of Tomato paste
4 Large chili peppers
Parsley
4 cups of Water
1 pinch of Salt
Preparation
Step 1 : The chicken should be cleaned and cut into pieces.
Step 2 : In a hot skillet with oil or lard, sauté the chicken; add the tomatoes, onion, garlic, chili peppers, and capers previously chopped into small cubes.
Step 3 : Add the tomato paste and enough water to cover everything, season with salt to taste, and cover to cook over low heat for 20 minutes.
Step 4 : Remove the chicken from the sauce, remove the bones, and cut into fairly small pieces.
Step 5 : Slice the bell peppers into thin julienne strips.
Step 6 : Prepare the rice in the same sauce in which the chicken was cooked; cook over low heat until the water has been absorbed and the rice is cooked.
Step 7 : Add the bell peppers, chicken, and peas.
Step 8 : Serve decorated with parsley and olives.
Preparation (simple version)
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