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Arroz Cremoso com Frango

Creamy Brazilian chicken and rice made with cream and cheese. A comforting one-pot dinner with tender chicken and risotto-style rice.

60 minMediumServes 6420 cal/serving

BrazilianDinnerStovetopStandard

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cubed (1-inch)
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, finely diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1.5 cups white rice (arborio or medium-grain)
  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large pot or deep skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter over medium-high heat. Season 1.5 lbs cubed (1-inch) chicken breast with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.

  2. 2

    Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden on all sides. Transfer to a plate.

  3. 3

    In the same pot, add 1/2 finely diced yellow onion, 1 finely diced carrot, and 2 cloves minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

  4. 4

    Add 1.5 cups white rice (arborio or medium-grain) to the pot and stir constantly for 2 minutes to toast the rice grains.

  5. 5

    Pour in 5 cups chicken broth and bring to a boil. Return the chicken to the pot.

  6. 6

    Reduce heat to medium-low, cover partially, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.

  7. 7

    Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated), and 1 cup frozen peas. Cook uncovered for 3-4 minutes, stirring gently, until creamy and heated through.

  8. 8

    Check internal temperature of chicken; it should reach 165°F.

  9. 9

    Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

  10. 10

    Remove from heat and let rest 2 minutes. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Questions

Can I make Arroz Cremoso com Frango dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 3 tbsp butter, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated). Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed; the cream for full-fat coconut milk or an oat cooking cream; the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How long does Arroz Cremoso com Frango keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Arroz Cremoso com Frango?

Yes. As written it serves 6. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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