Arroz imperial with Maduros

Arroz imperial with Maduros is a delicious Cuban-style chicken and rice dish layered with creamy cheese and topped with savory ham ,then served with sweet plantains.It’s comforting ,flavorful and perfect for a family meal or a special occasion.

Ingredients

• 3 cups of pre boiled rice
• 1 pound of any chicken with bone
• 2 pounds of chicken breast
• 1 lb ham , chopped
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella ( freshly grated preferably)
• 2 cups of mayonnaise
• 1 onion
• 3 gloves of garlic
• 1 tbsp
• oregano
• 1 tsp cumin
• 2 bay leafs
• salt
• complete seasoning
• sazòn Goya ( for coloring )
• chicken bouillon
• 4-5 ripe plantains
• oil ( for frying plantains )
• 1 cup of ragu sauce
• 1 can of peas and carrots

Instructions

Then add these steps as numbered list :

1. Make a stock , bring to boil the chicken , bay leaf’s, oregano and chicken bouillon.
2. Once chicken is fully cooked, shred.
3. Sauté chopped onions and garlic , cook until softened.
4. Add chicken , ragu , complete seasoning cumin and stir for about 5 min.
   
5. Rinse 3 cups of rice and add 4 cups of chicken stock that was prepared.Add sazon goya with drained peas and carrots along with salt to taste
6. In a safe oven dish, brush with mayonnaise add one layer of rice then spread a thin coat of mayonnaise on top of rice ,evenly spread cheese and shredded chicken.
7. Repeat layer, rice , mayo ,chicken , generous amount of cheese then top with shredded ham (optional)
8. Bake at 375 F for about 20 -25 minutes, or until hot and cheese is melted and lightly golden.
9. While imperial rice bakes , peel and slice ripe plantains ,fry them in oil until golden brown on both sides.
10. Serve imperial rice warm with sweet Maduros on the side.

Prep time : 30 min Cook time : 1 hour Total time :1 hour 30 min Servings :8

This Arroz imperial is perfect for family dinners ,parties ,and special occasions.Serve it warm with sweet Maduros for the perfect Cuban-inspired meal.