"A classic, one-pot Cuban-style arroz con pollo dish made with chicken, rice, tomato sauce, bell peppers and spices. The best comfort food!..."
INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
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1 lb chicken thighs (bone in, skin on)
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Pinch of salt, pepper, cumin for chicken thighs
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1/2 cup onion (chopped)
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1/2 cup red bell pepper (chopped)
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4 cloves garlic (minced)
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3 cups uncooked long grain white rice (rinsed (you can use Valencia rice too))
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3 cups low-sodium chicken stock
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8 ounces tomato sauce
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1/2 teaspoon annatto powder ((or turmeric) to color the rice)
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1 bay leaf
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2 teaspoons dried oregano
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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Salt + pepper to taste
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1/2 cup frozen peas