Imperial rice

Arroz Imperial! This impressive Cuban layered chicken and rice dish is a satisfying & hearty dish. A layer of flavorful, saucy shredded chicken is nestled between tender yellow rice; a true showstopper!

Cuban Arroz Imperial! A classic Cuban comfort food dish made with layers of yellow rice, shredded chicken, mayonnaise, and melted cheese.

The ultimate traditional Cuban dish, this imperial rice is made with flavorful yellow rice, shredded chicken, mayonnaise and cheese for the ultimate in comfort foods!

Ingredients • 2lb. of boneless, skinless chicken thighs • 8 cloves of garlic, minced • 1 red bell pepper, diced • 1 green bell pepper, diced • 1 onion, diced • 8oz. tomato sauce • 1/2 cup of dry white cooking wine • 1/2 tbsp. of Sazon completa • 1 tbsp. of vegetable oil • 2 packs of Sazon con achiote • 1 lb. of jamon Serrano • 3 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese • 1/2 lb. of chopped deli ham • 1 cup of mayonnaise • 6 cups of long grain rice, washed • 6 cups of water • Salt to taste Instru

The first time I tried this dish was when I lived in Miami and was invited to a birthday party by a friend from Cuba. When I first saw it, I figure it was the typical Arroz con pollo – [chicken and rice] dish found in most Latin birthday parties. Boy, was I wrong. Is anything BUT,

First thing you want to do is put the chicken(leg quarters) in a big pot and cover with water, add salt and bring to a boil. Let...

Hi guys!! In our house we try to have dinner as a family as often as possible, usually doesn’t happen during the week due to all our busy schedules but on Saturdays or whenever all of us are …

Cuban Imperial Rice is popular in Miami and is a party staple. It's a delicious mix of well seasoned rice with chicken and cheese. The...

Please note that I no longer eat meat or dairy and my site has completely transitioned to vegan-nutritarian living and recipes. This recipe has been very popular on Pinterest so I have decided to keep it up here for you. I am half Cuban, and very proud–especially of our culinary heritage! We got the best ...