{"id":14,"date":"2026-09-21T02:26:06","date_gmt":"2026-09-21T02:26:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bangingbiteskitchen.com\/?p=14"},"modified":"2026-10-05T14:05:02","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T14:05:02","slug":"arroz-imperial-with-maduros","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bangingbiteskitchen.com\/?p=14","title":{"rendered":"Arroz imperial with Maduros"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-custom-color-2-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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\u2019s comforting ,flavorful and perfect for a family meal or a special occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3 cups of pre boiled rice <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 pound of any chicken with bone <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 pounds of chicken breast <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 lb ham , chopped <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 cups shredded mozzarella ( freshly grated preferably)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 cups of mayonnaise <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 onion <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 cloves of garlic <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp oregano <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp cumin <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>salt, to taste <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saz\u00f5n Goya, for coloring <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chicken bouillon, to taste <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4-5 ripe plantains <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oil, for frying plantains <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup Ragu sauce <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 can peas and carrots <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then add these steps as numbered list :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make a stock , bring to boil the chicken , bay leaf\u2019s, oregano and chicken bouillon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once chicken is fully cooked, shred.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saut\u00e9 chopped onions and garlic , cook until softened.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add chicken , ragu , complete seasoning cumin and stir for about 5 min. <br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>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 <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>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.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat layer, rice , mayo ,chicken , generous amount of cheese then top with shredded ham (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bake at 375 F for about 20 -25 minutes, or until hot and cheese is melted and lightly golden.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>While imperial rice bakes , peel and slice ripe plantains ,fry them in oil until golden brown on both sides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve imperial rice warm with sweet Maduros on the side. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prep time<\/strong> : 30 min                                                                        <strong>Cook<\/strong> <strong>time<\/strong> : 1 hour                                                                       <strong>Total<\/strong> <strong>time<\/strong> : 1 hour 30 min                                                         <strong>Servings<\/strong> : 8 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> <br>About this recipe <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arroz Imperial is perfect for family dinners, parties, and special occasions. 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