Definition

Noun: A traditional Spanish and Latin American dish consisting of rice and chicken cooked together, typically seasoned with a variety of spices, most notably saffron, which gives it a distinctive yellow color and flavor.

Usage

This term is used to refer to the specific dish itself. It is a compound noun borrowed from Spanish, where "arroz" means "rice" and "pollo" means "chicken." It is treated as a singular noun in English.

Examples

• For dinner, my grandmother made a delicious arroz con pollo.
• The restaurant's specialty is its authentic arroz con pollo.
• I followed a new recipe for arroz con pollo, and it turned out perfectly.

Advanced Usage

• Cultural Context: The dish is a staple in many Hispanic cultures, with variations found in different countries (e.g., Puerto Rico, Cuba, Peru). The specific seasonings and additional ingredients (like peas, bell peppers, or olives) can vary by region.
• As a Menu Item: It is commonly listed on menus in Spanish or Latin American restaurants without translation.

Variants and Related Words

• Arroz con pollo is a fixed phrase. There is no direct English compound equivalent, though it can be descriptively translated as "chicken and rice (Spanish-style)."

Synonyms

• Spanish chicken and rice
• Chicken and rice (when the context specifies the Spanish/Latin American style)

Related Idioms or Phrases

There are no specific English idioms or phrasal verbs associated with this borrowed culinary term.

Noun

1. rice and chicken cooked together Spanish style; highly seasoned especially with saffron