Arroz con Pollo II

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 12 choice chicken pieces (about 2-1/2 pounds)
 * 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
 * 1/2 cup chopped onion
 * 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
 * 2 cloves garlic, minced
 * 1 teaspoon salt
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
 * 1/4 teaspoon paprika
 * 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
 * 1/2 cup drained canned tomatoes, crushed
 * 1 cup uncooked rice
 * 1/4 cup chopped pimientos
 * 1 cup cooked green peas (optional)

Directions
Cook chicken in oil in Dutch oven or large ovenproof skillet, until brown on all sides. Stir in onion, green pepper, garlic, salt, pepper and paprika. Cook until vegetables are soft but not brown. Add broth, tomatoes and rice. Bring to boil. Cover tightly and bake at 350 degrees 45 minutes or until chicken and rice are tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir in pimientos and green peas; fluff lightly.