Chicken and rice soup is a comforting and popular dish in many cultures. In Puerto Rico, it is known as asopao and enjoyed frequently. Made with chicken broth, vegetables, and chunks of chicken, it's perfect for any occasion. Enjoy your meal.
To enjoy this exquisite Chicken and Rice Soup, start by rubbing the chicken with spices and oil, then let it rest.
Next, prepare a sofrito in the blender with garlic, onion, and aromatic herbs.
The chicken is cooked with tomato sauce and rice, creating a comforting and flavorful dish.
It's a perfect option for sharing with family.
Chicken and Rice Soup
Ingredients
½ cup of Short grain rice
3 Cloves of garlic, crushed
2 Peppercorns
2 Peeled onions
2 Sweet peppers
6 Cilantro leaves
2 teaspoons of Salt
3 tablespoons of Olive oil
1 Whole chicken, cut into pieces
½ teaspoon of Oregano
½ cup of Tomato sauce
8 cups of Chicken broth
1 cup of Frozen sweet peas
120 grams of Sliced roasted peppers
1 can of Asparagus tips
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this delicious dish, start by rubbing the chicken with salt, pepper, oregano, and olive oil, then let it rest for 30 minutes.
Step 2 : Next, make a puree in the blender with garlic, onion, peppercorns, cilantro, and sweet peppers, along with the remaining olive oil.
Step 3 : In a large pot, sauté the sofrito puree for 5 minutes over medium-low heat.
Step 4 : Then, brown the chicken pieces to enhance their flavor.
Step 5 : Add the tomato sauce and chicken broth or water to the chicken, bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Step 6 : Meanwhile, rinse the rice under cold running water until it runs clear.
Step 7 : Once drained, add the rice to the soup pot, increase the heat, and bring to a boil.
Step 8 : Then, reduce the heat to medium and cook without a lid for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 9 : After this time, add the peas and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the asopao reaches the desired consistency.
Step 10 : Meanwhile, warm the sliced peppers and asparagus tips in their juice, drain, and use them to decorate each bowl of asopao.
Step 11 : Enjoy this delicious and comforting meal!
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