Arroz con Pollo Crock Pot Recipe

Arroz con Pollo Crock Pot Recipe

2 tablespoons oil

2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 yellow onion, diced

1/4 teaspoon saffron or 1 teaspoon turmeric

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 can diced tomatoes

1 can chicken broth (or two cups)

1 1/2 c. rice

1 green pepper, diced

1 cup frozen peas, thawed

1/2 cup pimento-stuffed green olives, sliced

If desired, brown the chicken in oil and cook the garlic and onion until soft.  Mix the chicken, garlic, onion, tomatoes, chicken broth, spices, and rice in the slow cooker.  Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked and the liquid is absorbed by the rice.  Stir in the green pepper, peas and olives and cook an additional 20 minutes.