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Arroz con Pollo (ACP) with Queso

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Arroz con Pollo (ACP) with queso uses chicken thighs, Mexican rice, and white American cheese. TikTok recipe from @dollartreedinners with ingredients and steps.

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Ingredients list

ricemexicaneasydinnerfamilymid range30 to 60minmeal prep

Poultry

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Dairy

1½ lbs white American cheese
8 oz pepper jack cheese
2 cups milk

Spices and Seasonings

½ Tbsp chili powder
½ Tbsp ground cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp kosher salt
¼ tsp ground black pepper

Other

1 batch Mexican restaurant-style rice
2 Tbsp oil
2 Tbsp water

Cooking steps

Arroz con Pollo (ACP)

Step 1: Rice

Prepare your Mexican rice according to your favorite recipe.

Step 2: Season the Chicken

Toss the sliced chicken thighs with the oil, water and the fajita seasoning mixture (chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper).

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

Cook the chicken in batches over high heat until cooked through with plenty of browned, slightly crispy edges. Avoid overcrowding the pan so the chicken sears instead of steaming.

Step 4: Prepare the Queso

Combine the white American cheese, pepper jack, and milk over low heat. Stir frequently and melt everything together slowly until completely smooth and creamy.

Step 5: Serving

To serve, start with a generous bed of Mexican rice, pile on the chicken, and smother the entire dish in queso.

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