Braised Chicken with Rice

Steps

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1. 1
   Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.
   ≈0:30
2. 2
   Heat oil in a pot until hot, then add the chicken and brown it lightly on both sides.
   ≈1:16
3. 3
   While the chicken browns, finely chop the onion, garlic, and carrots into small pieces.
   ≈1:52
4. 4
   Cut the tomatoes, add a pinch of salt, and blend them until smooth using a blender.
   ≈3:11
5. 5
   Once the chicken is browned, remove it from the pot and sauté the chopped onion and garlic in the remaining oil until softened.
   ≈3:46
6. 6
   Add the diced carrots and peas, and let them brown slightly.
   ≈4:28
7. 7
   Add the washed rice to the pot and stir constantly, toasting the grains gently until they turn slightly golden.
   ≈4:46
8. 8
   Pour in the blended tomato mixture and the four cups of water, and adjust the salt to taste.
   ≈5:12
9. 9
   Once the rice mixture comes to a boil, add the browned chicken back to the pot and cover with a lid.
   ≈5:38
10. 10
    Simmer covered for about 30 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and all flavors have melded together.
    ≈6:06
11. 11
    Prepare warm corn tortillas and serve the braised chicken and rice together as a complete meal.
    ≈6:20