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General Questions
Can I change my order? Unfortunately, we can't change any information on an existing order once it has already been processed for shipment, including details like your shipping address, billing information, item, size, or quantity. We also cannot cancel orders after they've been processed. If you haven't yet received shipping confirmation, we may be able to process an address change or cancellation. Please reach out to us at the email listed above, select the appropriate category, and we'll make every effort to accommodate your request! All orders are subject to our return and exchange policies. Please note an address change or cancellation request is not guaranteed until one of our team members has confirmed your request has been processed.
Once I place an order, when will my account be charged? If you place an order on our store, you will be charged for the full cost of your order immediately. If you see any additional pending charges on your account, please allow up to 3 business days for them to reverse. If they do not reverse and you believe there has been a billing error, please reach out to us at the email listed above.
Can I place an order over the phone? We can only accept orders placed through the website. If you're having trouble accessing the site for any reason, please reach out to us at the email listed above and we'll do our best to help.
Can I get a different size or color than what is offered through the store? No. If a size, color, or other variant doesn't appear online, it is not currently available.
What happens if you run out of stock of an item I've already ordered? In rare cases when an item runs out of stock after your order is placed, we'll contact you ASAP to exchange the affected item for another of equal value. We make every effort to ensure inventory is accurate to avoid this happening. Note that if we don't get a response from you within 5 business days, we reserve the right to refund your order in full.
If I purchased a bundle am I able to remove an item or items from it for a refund?
No. If you order a bundle and later decide that you do not want everything included in it, you must cancel the full order for the bundle and purchase the items you do want individually.
What is the sales tax on my order? Sales tax is applied to all domestic orders. The tax is calculated based on applicable sales tax and use tax laws within each state.
How do discounts and special offers work? And now for some legal language: Unless otherwise specified, product prices already reflect discounts. All offers are limited to stock on hand; no rain checks or vouchers are available unless otherwise noted. Not valid after purchase, on prior purchases, gift cards, gift certificates, taxes, shipping, or handling and processing charges. Purchaser must pay applicable sales tax. Offer may not be combined with any other sale, promotion, discount, code, promo, coupon and/or offer.
Promotions have no cash value. Offer cannot be sold, transferred, or otherwise bartered. Void where prohibited, taxed or otherwise restricted. Returns or cancellations of any portion of a purchase requires equal forfeiture of offer or amount equal to offer. Universal Music Group has the right to end or modify any promotion at any time at its sole discretion. other restrictions may apply. Offers only apply to the United States unless otherwise noted.
I ordered an item listed as "pre-order." When will it arrive? Pre-ordered items are not available to ship at the time of purchase. Shipping timelines on pre-orders are detailed in the product description, as well as in your confirmation email. Note that unless otherwise noted, any order that includes a pre-order item will not ship until all items are available. Please check your confirmation email for details on when pre-order items will ship. Shipping and delivery dates on these items are not guaranteed, unless otherwise noted. While we make every effort to communicate accurate delivery estimates around your orders, unanticipated production delays for pre-order and limited edition items do happen. If an item in your order has been affected by a production delay, we will notify you via email as soon as possible.
Anything else I should know about pre-orders? Yes! If you do place a pre-order from our store, please note the following:
o Payment is charged immediately at checkout.
o If you are ordering a pre-order item with an in-stock item, unless otherwise noted, your order will ship when the pre-order item becomes available.
o Pre-order timelines vary based on product. Please refer to the product description for estimates on when the item you're ordering is intended to ship.
o The date listed on the product page is an estimation based on details from the merchandise provider and can vary depending upon demand.
§ Details regarding delays are communicated when information is provided by the vendor. If an update has not been provided, we don't have the information readily available yet.
When will my order ship? In most cases, excluding pre-orders, orders ship within 2-3 business days. Shipping and delivery dates aren't guaranteed unless otherwise noted.
When will I get tracking information? You'll receive tracking info as soon as your package ships, via the email you placed your order with. Make sure to check all inboxes, including your spam folder, if you can't find your shipping confirmation. Please note it can sometimes take up to 3 days for your tracking link to update.
How long will it take for my order to arrive, once it ships? Domestic orders normally arrive within 3-7 days of shipping, unless otherwise noted. International orders normally arrive within 2-4 weeks of shipping. Please note that these orders need to pass through the customs office in your country before it will be released for final delivery, which can occasionally cause additional delays.
Once an order leaves our warehouse, carrier shipping delays may occur due to factors outside our control. We unfortunately can't control how quickly an order arrives once it has left our warehouse. Contacting the carrier is the best way to get more insight into your package's location and estimated delivery date. Please note that shipping delays will occur if you provide an incorrect address at checkout. If your package is returned to our facility due to a shipping error, we'll reach out to you via the email address provided with your shipping information. If we don't get a response within 5 business days, we hold the right to refund your order. This applies to all merchandise orders, including limited edition and pre-order sales.
Please note that in the event of an order split shipping, we can only refund you for what has been returned to us.
My item was shipped, but still hasn't shown up. Is it lost in the mail? You have up to 60 days from the date of shipment to claim your package as lost in order to receive a refund for your missing item(s), or a reshipment if stock permits.
For orders shipping within the US: if you have not received your package within 3-4 weeks after it ships, please reach out to us at the email listed above as soon as possible so we can resolve the issue for you.
For orders shipping outside of the US: if you have not received your package within 6 weeks after it ships, please reach out to us at the email listed above as soon as possible so we can resolve the issue for you.
If you receive tracking on an order but it has not been updated beyond the "pre-shipment" or "label created" stage within 2 weeks, please reach out to us at the email listed above to look into it for you. Please note that we are not responsible for packages lost due to an incorrect shipping address being provided with your order. Shipping delays will occur if you provide an incorrect address at checkout.
My tracking says my order was delivered, but I haven't gotten it yet. Where is it? Some carriers will mark a package as delivered before they actually deliver it. Though unusual, this can happen up to 5 days before an item is actually delivered. You can try contacting the carrier to get better insight into the delay. If you still haven't received your package after 5 days, and you've checked with your neighbors and still don't have it, please reach out to us at the email listed above and we'll do our best to help!
My order is shipping to a country outside of the United States. Will I have to pay customs/import fees to receive my order? Depending on your country, you may be charged customs/import fees. Customs charges and fees are the sole responsibility of the purchaser; we are not responsible for any additional customs charges or fees once your package has left our facility.
Customs fees are calculated based on the contents of each package. If an order arrives via multiple packages, customs fees will not increase but rather be collected upon import of each parcel.
If customs fees and charges are refused at the time of delivery, your order will be returned to us. Once we receive your package, we can refund you for your purchase. If you are unfamiliar with customs fees and charges, please contact your local postal or customs office for more information.
Returns & Exchanges
How do I begin the process of returning my order for a refund or an exchange? Please contact our team by emailing us at the email listed above before shipping your package to us. If you ship an item to us for a return or exchange without contacting us first, we can't guarantee that your request will be processed.
How long after my order can I submit a return or exchange request? Returns or exchange requests must be made within 60 days of the date you receive your order. Please note that limited edition items are not eligible for exchanges.
Will you accept returns of product in any condition? Items must be returned in their original condition and packaging, with tags attached. Returned items cannot be washed, worn, used, or altered in any way.
Am I able to return an item received in a bundle for a refund?
No. If you wish you return an item received within a bundle for a refund, you must return the full bundle. Partial refunds will not be provided for items within a bundle unless there is verified damage to that item.
Who pays for my return? You will cover the cost of return shipping, except in any case where we are responsible for the cause of the return or exchange (see "Damaged, Incorrect, or Incomplete Orders").
How long will it take for me to get a refund on my returned item? Please allow 3-5 business days for your item to be processed. Refunds typically take 2-3 business days to appear in your account once they've been processed, but can occasionally take up to 10 business days.
Damaged, Incorrect, or Incomplete Orders
What do I do if my order arrived damaged, incorrect, or incomplete? If your item arrived damaged, or you received an incorrect item, we'll need photos to verify the damage and/or to confirm which incorrect item was shipped. This helps us understand what went wrong, and helps to make sure we prevent similar issues for you and other customers in the future. We are only able to process a refund or exchange for damaged and/or incorrect items within 60 days from the date you received the order.
Once we receive the photos, we'll issue a return label to you via email. Once the affected item is shipped back to our warehouse, we'll ship you a replacement. Please reach out to our team right away by emailing us at the email listed above. We'll resolve your issue as soon as possible! We are not responsible for any damages to any merchandise once the item has been worn, used, or washed.
What if the item I ordered arrives and it doesn't look like the photo on the store? Often times the images used on the store are digital mock-ups of what the product is intended to look like. This will typically vary once the product is created and shipped out. Feel free to reach out to our team if you feel that the product you received differs greatly from the digital mock-up on the store. Be sure to send a photo or two so our team can see the difference to better help you.
Digital Downloads
How do I access my digital album?
To access your files on an iOS device, you'll need to first download to a desktop computer and then transfer the files to your device. Unfortunately, iOS devices don't allow you to download music files directly to your phone. We apologize for the inconvenience!
How to access your files on your Android Phone:
1. To access the album on your phone, follow the link provided and click "Download"
2. You will then be taken to the downloaded folder and you will then need to click "extract all"
3. Once the album is finished downloading, a new folder will pop up to confirm that the files are in MP3 format
4. You can then listen to the album on your phone's music app.
How to access your files on your desktop computer:
1. Open the downloaded folder (in most cases, the folder name will end with .zip)
2. Click "extract all"
3. Once the album is finished downloading, a new folder will pop up with the files in MP3 format
4. You can then copy and paste the album to your desktop or mobile device.
I live outside the US. Why can't I buy or access digital downloads? Unfortunately, due to copyright restrictions, digital downloads are not available outside of the US unless otherwise specified on the store.
Can I get a refund on my digital music purchase? Digital music purchases are non-refundable. All downloadable or streamable music sales are final, complete, and non-refundable. Under no circumstances are we able to refund the portion of your order that contains digital music. If you have trouble accessing the music, please reach out to us at the email listed above and we'll make sure you can access your music ASAP.
Pre-Sale Ticket Access
What is pre-sale ticket access?
Pre-sale ticket access gives you the chance to purchase event tickets before the general release to the public. Note that due to a limited allotment of tickets and high demand, there is no guarantee that you'll be able to buy tickets to the show using your pre-sale code. Pre-sale codes have no cash value and are non-transferable, case-sensitive, and good for one-time use only.
How do I get a pre-sale access code?
Getting ticket pre-sale access through the store is typically limited to fans who buy a particular product, or who place an order at a certain time. Please check the storefront and/or applicable product listings for full details on how to get ticket pre-sale access through a shop purchase.
How does it work?
Pre-sale access to tickets will only be available online. Your access code and instructions to access the pre-sale will be sent via email (see "How will I get my pre-sale access code?"), which will include the dates and timing of the pre-sale period. Pre-sale access codes are only valid during the time of the pre-sale period. Only one code per order per customer is allowed.
How will I get my pre-sale access code?
If you've placed an order that includes pre-sale access, you will receive your pre-sale access code and the instructions to redeem via email, either in a separate email or included in your order confirmation email. If you did not receive one, please check your spam and/or junk folder before reaching out to us for assistance.
How many tickets can I buy on a pre-sale?
It varies depending on the event. Check your email, the ticketing provider (e.g. Ticketmaster), or the storefront for full details.
My pre-sale code is invalid. What do I do?
Please double check that you are correctly entering your pre-sale code, as it may be case-sensitive. If it still does not work, please contact us ASAP and we'll do our best to help!
What is the refund policy for orders containing pre-sale ticket access?
All pre-sale access sales are final. There will be no refunds, exchanges, or name transfers under any circumstances. Please see our Terms & Conditions for more info. Please remember that pre-sale ticket access does not guarantee tickets (see "What is pre-sale ticket access?").
Limited Edition Items
Can I exchange my limited edition item? Due to the limited edition nature of these items, we cannot accept exchanges of limited edition item sales.
My limited edition order shipped, but didn't arrive due to a shipping error. How can I get my item? If your package is returned to our warehouse due to a shipping error, we'll contact you for an updated address via the email provided with your shipping information. If we don't get a response within 5 business days, we reserve the right to refund your order


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Hot Shot - Rooster Acrylic Print
by Marion Rose
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Hot Shot - Rooster acrylic print by Marion Rose. Bring your artwork to life with the stylish lines and added depth of an acrylic print. Your image gets printed directly onto the back of a 1/4" thick sheet of clear acrylic. The high gloss of the acrylic sheet complements the rich colors of any image to produce stunning results. Two different mounting options are available, see below.
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About Acrylic Prints
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Bring your artwork to life with the stylish lines and added depth of an acrylic print. Your image gets printed directly onto the back of a 1/4" thick sheet of clear acrylic.
The image is the art - it doesn't get any cleaner than that!
All acrylic prints ship within 3 - 4 business days and arrive "ready to hang" with four aluminum mounting posts (Option #1) or hanging wire (Option #2).
The high gloss of the acrylic sheet complements the rich colors of any image to produce stunning results.
There are two different ways to mount your acrylic print.
Option #1 (Mounting Posts) - Attach your print to your wall with four aluminum mounting posts. The cylindrical cap of each mounting post can be removed, allowing you to thread a small screw along the center axis of the of post and into the wall. When you're finished, simply reattached each cap, and you're done. The mounting posts act as stand-offs and keep your print separated from the wall by 1". All of the required mounting hardware (i.e. posts, screws, and wall anchors) is included with your print. Click here for mounting details.
Option #2 (Hanging Wire) - With this option, your acrylic print is attached to a 1/4" thick black board which has a wooden frame and hanging wire attached to the back. There are no metal mounting posts at the corners. Simply put a nail in your wall, hang your print from the hanging wire, and you're done. Due to the thickness of the black board and mounting frame, your print is separated from the wall by 1.50" Click here for mounting details.
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Average Rating (4.77 Stars):
Julia Brillhart
July 14th, 2024
Steven Converse
July 10th, 2024
Love the landscape and love the acrylic canvas—a beautiful combination!
Dennis Freitas
July 7th, 2024
Wonderful photo!!
Alex Heri
July 3rd, 2024
Love this so much. It is hanging above my mass spectrometer for inspiration to run like a tremendous machine…
Jeff Trisler
June 27th, 2024
Absolutely love this piece, delivered safely and exactly as promised.
George Orlando
June 21st, 2024
We couldn't be happier with this artwork. Thanks again.
About Marion Rose
Recently passed on in the winter of 2011, Marion's work continues to be shared as she would have wanted. Remaining Originals may be found here. Her trademark use of exciting color and strong expressive brushwork has collectors coming back for more after they experience the joy of living with her originals in their living or working environment, and sharing their passion with others. Marion's choice of subject matter is a versatile mix of her love for animals and a passion for travel. Plein air studies or studio creations provide an exciting mix for all to enjoy. Marion brings hands on experience to her art. Her childhood years were spent shadowing her father and uncles who were avid outdoorsmen, and helping out at the racetrack...
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Our return policy is very simple:
If you're not happy with a purchase that you made on FineArtAmerica.com, for any reason, you can return it to us within 30 days of the order date. As soon as it arrives, we'll issue a full refund for the entire purchase price. Please note - Fine Art America does not reimburse the outgoing or return shipping charges unless the return is due to a defect in quality.
Fine Art America sells thousands of pieces of artwork each month - all with a 100% money-back guarantee. We take great pride in the fact that hundreds of thousands of artists have chosen Fine Art America to fulfill their orders, and we look forward to helping you select your next piece!
All acrylic prints ship from our production facility within 3 - 4 business days of your order.

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One of the most common questions people ask about Social Security is when they should start taking benefits. Making the right decision for you can have a meaningful impact on your financial income in retirement.
Before considering how personal circumstances and objectives may play into your decision, it may be helpful to preface that discussion with an illustration of how benefits may differ based upon the age at which you commence taking Social Security.
As the accompanying chart reflects, the amount you receive will be based upon the age at which you begin taking benefits.
Monthly Benefit Amounts Based on the Age that Benefits Begin¹
Age | Benefit Amount |
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$1,050.00 |
*This example assumes a benefit amount of $1,500 at the full retirement age of 67 months for those born after 1960.
At first blush, the decision may seem a bit clear-cut: Simply calculate the lifetime value of the early benefit amount versus the lifetime value of the higher benefit, based on some assumed life expectancy.
The calculus is a bit more complicated than that because of the more favorable tax treatment of Social Security income versus IRA withdrawals, spousal benefit coordination opportunities, the consideration of the surviving spouse, and Social Security's lifetime income guarantee that exists under current law.²
Here are three ideas to think about when making your decision:
- Do You Need the Money?
Retiring before full retirement age may be a personal choice or one that is thrust upon you because of circumstances, such as declining health or job loss. If you need the income that Social Security is scheduled to provide, however reduced, then taking benefits early may be the only choice for you. - Consider the Needs of Your Spouse
If your spouse expects to depend on your Social Security income, the survivor benefits he or she receives after your death may be reduced substantially if you begin taking benefits early. It's important to remember that, based on current life expectancy tables, women are likely to live longer than men. - Are You Healthy?
The primary risk in retirement is running out of money. The odds of living a long life in retirement calls for waiting until you reach full retirement age, so that you receive a full benefit for as long as you live. However, if your current health is poor, then starting earlier may make sense for you.
There are several elements you should evaluate before you start claiming Social Security. By determining your priorities and other income opportunities, you may be able to better decide at what age benefits make the most sense.
1. SSA.gov, 2023
2. Once you reach age 73 you must begin taking required minimum distributions from a Traditional Individual Retirement Account in most circumstances. Withdrawals from Traditional IRAs are taxed as ordinary income and, if taken before age 59½, may be subject to a 10% federal income tax penalty. Contributions to a Traditional IRA may be fully or partially deductible, depending on your adjusted gross income.
The content is developed from sources believed to be providing accurate information. The information in this material is not intended as tax or legal advice. It may not be used for the purpose of avoiding any federal tax penalties. Please consult legal or tax professionals for specific information regarding your individual situation. This material was developed and produced by FMG Suite to provide information on a topic that may be of interest. FMG, LLC, is not affiliated with the named broker-dealer, state- or SEC-registered investment advisory firm. The opinions expressed and material provided are for general information, and should not be considered a solicitation for the purchase or sale of any security. Copyright 2024 FMG Suite.


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Sunday, December 6, 2009
This Arroz Con Pollo Recipe (Chicken and Rice) Could Save Your Life
"You're to cook dinner for six people tonight, using anything in this fully stocked kitchen. You will not be told who'll be eating your food, or even what country you are in.
When it's ready, ring the bell on the table, and then lock yourself in the room at the back of the kitchen. There's a selection of old People Magazines for you to read while you wait.
If they enjoy your offering, you will wake up back in your San Francisco kitchen with no memory of this evening. If they do not like what you've made, you'll be terminated."
Well, that's just great – and I never even got to see the first season of Mad Men. Okay, so the preceding science fiction scenario is a little far-fetched, but if that were my predicament, what would I prepare? That's a no-brainer –Arroz Con Pollo, also known as Chicken and Rice.
Everybody likes chicken and rice. Just about every major culture has some sort of version of this archetypal recipe (by the way, people from minor cultures please save your emails). This is pure down-to-the-bone comfort food that I'm sure my mysterious captors would love. In fact, I'd bet my life on it. Enjoy!
Tech Note: This video recipe was filmed a while ago on my regular, non-awesome HD equipment. I used to think this stuff looked pretty good, but now, not so much.
Note: To see how I cut up a chicken into serving size pieces, watch this Buttermilk Fried Chicken video recipe!
1 whole chicken, cut in serving pieces
salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 tbsp cumin
2 tbsp smoked paprika
4 cloves garlic, sliced thin
1/3 cup sliced green olives
2 tbsp capers
1 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 tsp sugar
2 tsp kosher salt (or 1 1/2 tsp fine table salt)
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 cups white long grain rice
4 cups chicken broth
118 comments:
Are the sliced green olives necessary? Cause I'm not a big fan.
- December 6, 2009 at 11:51 PM
sounds like a situation out of top chef
- December 7, 2009 at 12:56 AM
- rosemary said...
Not sure what u mean by minor cultures? Here in Zimbabwe chicken and rice is the christmas, parties, occasions, etc dish. I don't know if we inherited it from the Portuguese or British. The former being the first explorers to come here and introduce maize meal and collard greens staple; and the later being our former colonizers responsible for introducing us to English food. We cook the rice on its own. The basic, most common ingredients for the chicken: chicken, onion, oil, tomatoes, salt and water. Depending on exposure some people add other stuff like garlic, peppers, herbs and spices. The most common spice being curry powder.
I am definitely going to give your version a try. I have never done a one pot chicken and rice dish. Verdict next Monday. - December 7, 2009 at 3:05 AM
What about the cutting up the chicken video? great recipe btw.. will try soon.
- December 7, 2009 at 7:27 AM
Hi John!
SaberJ2X, long time reader... from the learn2cook days? lol
aw'right! just like my GRANDMA used to make :D except no over or sugar part...
but as you said it's your version
and a pretty well done one :D Sir you get my Puerto Rican Arroz con Pollo seal of approval - December 7, 2009 at 7:49 AM
you could have also exchanged some of that broth for white wine, then it's called "Arroz con Vino" from spain too, which is basically a drunken arroz con pollo.
cheers john!
good to see your going places with this blog :D - December 7, 2009 at 7:55 AM
Chef John, you so rock. "Crappier pan" ha!
- December 7, 2009 at 8:33 AM
- Chef John said...
if you don't like green olives, leave them out, or put them in and see how great they are in this
- December 7, 2009 at 12:18 PM
- PukaDog said...
Chef John,
Just so I can FedEx my request to Santa to make sure he gets my wish list, could you please share what brand the large, non-crappy, heavy duty stainless steel skillet you used in this video? - December 7, 2009 at 4:09 PM
- Chef John said...
the pan was a gift and from France, and I can't even read the brand on it. But if you go to my Amazon store you can see the all clad brand SS pans which are quite nice. http://astore.amazon.com/lrn2cook-20
- December 7, 2009 at 4:22 PM
- Shelly- Mom Files said...
okay, I am loving this and I am so making this!! Thanks so much! I am going to share this on Facebook :)
- December 7, 2009 at 6:39 PM
- Chris K. said...
What?! No adobo seasoning?!
Just kidding. Looks great, and reminded me it's been a while since I made chicken rice. Thanks! - December 7, 2009 at 8:35 PM
I made this for my wife and in laws tonight and it went down extremely well. Thanks a lot chef John.
and you were right about the olives :) - December 7, 2009 at 10:10 PM
Thanks for giving me an idea for a paella without the pan.
- December 7, 2009 at 10:43 PM
- Unknown said...
Mmmm... I love making this dish. Great comfort food!!
- December 7, 2009 at 11:12 PM
- Luatica said...
My mom does this, and I adore it.
I try but I reckon I don't have the right kind of pan so I get undercooked and undercooked bits. - December 8, 2009 at 4:29 PM
- pharaphalyn said...
Hey John, I made this dish last night and it was great! Easy, tasty, pretty healthy...lots of leftovers for lunch the next day too. Thanks for the recipe!
- December 10, 2009 at 2:55 AM
- Eric said...
I made this last night for our family and I can't get over how delicious it was. John you are a genius! My wife kept saying, "every bite is so full of flavor". This is a home run John... Thank you for all you do. Your vids are always a blast!
Eric - December 10, 2009 at 6:18 PM
- Charlemange said...
I made this tonight. It was good. My husband loved it. Next time I will make a few changes though. First, I would use chicken thighs because the white meat was a bit dry. Also the capers imo did nothing for this dish.
I really liked they way the olives tasted in this. - December 10, 2009 at 8:41 PM
- Jessica said...
how many does this serve?
- December 12, 2009 at 1:02 AM
I tried this and I had only one problem. When browning the chicken the chicken fat keep getting stuck to the bottom of the pan. This happened until there was no more fat left on the chicken. I used plenty of Vegtable oil and didn't let it sit in the pan for long without me moving the chicken. It seemed as if as soon as I put the chicken in the pan it would stick regardless of the veggie oil. The heat I was using was high, just as you instructed in the video. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong.. help!? :-) Everything else turned out fantastic.
- December 12, 2009 at 10:26 AM
- Eric said...
I used a family pack of chicken thighs, about 8 if I recall. It was a good portion for 4 people with lots of rice and veggies for everyone.
My family is begging for this again.
I used California brown long grain rice which takes over an hour to cook. You should consider how long the rice you plan to use takes to get tender. There is a pretty wide range of times. If you plan to use one that takes longer than 30 minutes, I would suggest soaking it in cold water for 30 minutes or longer before draining and using it here. Just a little fine tuning to make sure everything is done at the same time. My rice was a little under cooked. - December 12, 2009 at 1:01 PM
- Chef John said...
Portions vary from 4 to 8 depends how hungry you are.
- December 12, 2009 at 1:16 PM
- Chef John said...
You moved it too soon, let it brown and it will release from the pan. Although some pans just stick more than others.
- December 12, 2009 at 1:19 PM
- Unknown said...
I made this today, and it's so good!! Satisfying and full of flavor. I used only thighs.
- December 12, 2009 at 5:50 PM
- Unknown said...
OMG!!! I subscribe to your podcast on my iPod and learn new recipes on the way to work. I can't WAIT to try this one....and the buttermilk fried chicken one.......and your wife's chocolate cookies one.....and the one potato gnocchi one, and the eggplant parm one.....
Wow, I'm suddenly really hungry. - December 20, 2009 at 9:01 AM
John, I'm making this recipe Wednesday for 7.5 people---My 90 year old Mom is the .5---Should I double recipe? Other than a cuban salad, which I plan to make, any other side dish you think would work? - Love your recipes---your chicken parm is THE BEST!
Thanks for sharing - - December 20, 2009 at 6:24 PM
- Chef John said...
Yes, i would, better safe than hungry
- December 20, 2009 at 6:51 PM
This recipe looks marvelous and very similar to something we borrowed from our Puerto Rican cousins here in the Virgin Islands. I don't have a dutch oven, can I do this on the stove top and if so, how long do I simmer for?
Thanks, - December 21, 2009 at 7:19 PM
- Chef John said...
you can, but im not sure of the time, maybe 35 min?
- December 21, 2009 at 7:40 PM
hey chef john, if i dont have the dutch pan, what should i use to put in the oven? is it pyrex okay?
- December 29, 2009 at 12:54 PM
- Chef John said...
anything large, ovenproof and with a tight lid will work. good luck!
- December 29, 2009 at 12:57 PM
OMGOSH! Super fantastic. The chicken was just a touch to dry for my taste, but we made this recipe for just 2 people, with the intention of savoring the leftovers later :D
- December 31, 2009 at 10:16 PM
- tethys said...
Hi Chef John!
Im excited to try this one next. Would it be tragic if I used some boneless breasts? Should I still add a few bone-in pieces for flavor?
Also, I have a Calphalon stock pot (like this: http://www.cookingfor.us/catalog/images/Calphalon%20Hard%20Anodized%2012-Quart%20Stockpot.jpg)
Is that ok? The lid isnt "tight" but maybe if I weigh it down?
Thanks for all you do! - March 25, 2010 at 3:33 PM
- Chef John said...
you can use breasts, just not as moist. That pot will work, but wider pans are easier. Give it a try.
- March 25, 2010 at 5:28 PM
- tethys said...
You're right. A wider pan should have been used. And yes the breasts were dry. The liquid stayed at the top and all the rice settled to the bottom so the rice in the middle/top was fine but awfully dry at the bottom. Oh well, worth a try.
What WAS cooked well sure tasted great though!
Thanks for the input! - March 27, 2010 at 1:03 PM
- Razors Edge said...
Woah, this looks good.
- May 16, 2010 at 8:10 AM
- Dan and Hilary said...
On a mission to cook this tonight! 3rd thing I have made of yours, the list of things to make gets longer...
I haven't found any links to online classes on your blog, am I missing something?
Give my regards to NY.
-Dan, American ex-pat & fellow Western New Yorker in Dublin. - May 25, 2010 at 9:05 AM
- Chef D said...
Wow for the wake up and amazing dish, CJ your top notch as usual.
- May 26, 2010 at 5:12 PM
would basmati rice work with this recipe?
(not trying to be exotic) - May 28, 2010 at 4:58 PM
- Unknown said...
Hi Chef John,
I made this recently and it was deeeelicious. Didn't have olives and I used thighs and legs as opposed to a whole chicken.
Also my dutch oven is too big for my convection microwave so I cooked it on the stove top. It took 30-35mins and the rice was perfect. It did however burn on the bottom, and I used the lowest heat I could.
I assume this doesn't happen if baked in an oven, right? - July 23, 2010 at 1:41 AM
- Chef John said...
no burning in the oven :-)
- July 23, 2010 at 1:43 AM
- J Karpenko said...
Chef John, just wanna double check, is it really 2 red bell peppers or is that a dupe?
- August 15, 2010 at 9:03 AM
- Chef John said...
oops, no, just 1 red pepper
- August 15, 2010 at 11:27 AM
- J Karpenko said...
Ty Chef John. My husband wants me to let you know what a GREAT Samaritan you are, saving every average American (and beyond!) home by providing excellent recipes FOC! Cooked this tonight and he can't sing you enough praises!
- August 25, 2010 at 5:38 AM
- Isaac Kim said...
Made this today, and it turned out excellent. My only complaint would be that the breast pieces were overcooked. I was thinking next time, i would add them later. Maybe at the 15 minute mark in the oven? What would be your guess?
Also, broke down a whole chicken for the first time using your video. Awesome work Chef! - September 23, 2010 at 3:47 AM
- Chef John said...
That sounds about right. Thanks!
- September 23, 2010 at 4:00 AM
We made this dish for my uncle's family. They just loved it, and thought it came close to indian chicken byriani. It's a very easy recipe. Thanks for sharing.
- October 15, 2010 at 4:25 PM
- Sugar Fly said...
Chef, if I add uncooked shrimp will it cook ok in the oven? clams? (must have paella!) Thank you for sharing!
- October 29, 2010 at 8:17 AM
when you write one cup how many milileters are we talking about? 250?
- November 3, 2010 at 2:02 PM
HI chef! I use jasmine long grain rice for the recipe and baked it exactly for 35 mins but my rice was not fluffy but it was mushy, any suggestions chef? Thx,BTW this recipe was wonderful chef everyone in my house was saying that the chicken was super flavour full but,do you really have to use 1/4cup of tomato paste? it seemed alot.
- November 12, 2010 at 7:16 AM
- Chef John said...
the rice should be soft, but not mushy, some varieties like basmati and jasmine do cook faster I think. You can use as much tomato paste as you want! That's what i used. thanks!
- November 12, 2010 at 11:09 AM
I made this dish and it was VERY tasty. But, my rice was over cooked. I cooked this dish on top of the stove instead of in the oven, and that could be part of the reason for the over cooked rice. Not sure. I am considering cooking the dish separately from the rice. Any thoughts?
- November 30, 2010 at 4:42 AM
- Chef John said...
Yes, that is the reason! needs to be in the oven I think.
- November 30, 2010 at 7:59 AM
can u used jasmin rice or basmati rice instead of long grain whit rice?
I love you site! - December 16, 2010 at 7:30 AM
- Chef John said...
Sure, but might be done a little faster.
- December 16, 2010 at 9:45 AM
- juliabritendark said...
I recently discovered this site and have already made several dishes, but this one is my favorite so far...I cut out the capers and olives as my picky children would object but the systematic method the chef used as opposed to just dumping everything in at the same time is easy to follow and produces a foolproof dish every time..I think a good heavy dutch oven is also key...I have a big family to cook for every night and this has become my new go to dinner...thanks Chef John...:-)
- January 10, 2011 at 4:13 PM
- Razors Edge said...
Hmmm, I dont have a decent stainless steel pan or anything that holds the heat... its really quite pathetic.
How about just browning the chicken in the dutch oven ? - January 19, 2011 at 10:39 PM
Grrr... this is the second time I've made this and the rice didn't cook through. I kept it in there for another 20 minutes and its still crunchy :(
I'm using a 3.5 litre kitchen aid dutch oven. Maybe I should turn the heat up to 400 ? - January 21, 2011 at 11:59 PM
Chef John,
Just want to ask if I need to wash the rice beforehand or straight from the packaging.....
thanks.... - February 9, 2011 at 12:26 AM
- Chef John said...
i don't wash mine. enjoy!
- February 9, 2011 at 1:39 AM
- Unknown said...
Very good recipe! I didn't have tomato pure so I used some cherry tomatoes instead and as I had no olives I put slightly more caprices. Also as pescaterian I don't eat chicken so I used chicken style Quorn pieces instead of the real thig - still the recipe worked and the result was so good that even my son, who normally avoids my cookings, ate some of it!
Cheers Chef John, once again for a spot on excellent dish!
-otso - February 26, 2011 at 12:05 PM
- conishkee said...
Chef John, you've got the ingredients down for the most part, but, with my being Puerto Rican and having cooked Arroz con Pollo many times over the years, the one "key" ingredient missing here is the cilantro (or, as we say back home in New York or PR, recow!). You make the sofrito out of the onions, green bell peppers, garlic and cilantro by pureeing them in a blender and then cooking it down in oil before adding all the other stuff. Yours looks good and I'm sure it tasted great too!
- March 8, 2011 at 3:15 PM
- jimicapone said...
I've made this twice in the past week and I can not get over how tasty the rice is.
Thank you Chef John ! - May 14, 2011 at 4:18 PM
Hi Chef,
This looks awesome! Can I make this on a the stove if I don't have a dutch oven or oven proof pot?
Thanks! - July 22, 2011 at 5:50 PM
P.S. Can I do it in my rice cooker?
- July 22, 2011 at 5:52 PM
- Chef John said...
Yes you can! Not sure about rice cooker. Dont own one.
- July 22, 2011 at 6:18 PM
- Gamefreakgeekmomma said...
Could you substitute turkey for chicken?
- July 27, 2011 at 5:43 PM
- Gamefreakgeekmomma said...
Could you substitute chicken for turkey?
- July 27, 2011 at 5:45 PM
- Chef John said...
- July 27, 2011 at 6:04 PM
Amazing recipe, as usual.... what size dutch oven did you use for this recipe? Also, how would I add saffron to this if I wanted to?
-Maddy - August 7, 2011 at 7:35 PM
- Chef John said...
Yes, saffron would be fine! I think it's a 8 quart size.
- August 7, 2011 at 7:39 PM
What's a dutch oven? I don't have one of those, does it have some type of special magical function that makes it necessary or can I use the glass bake-ware that I already have?
- September 18, 2011 at 1:54 AM
- joseph said...
dutch ovens retain heat well and re-circulate steaming liquid within the closed system.
basically your food wont dry out since the steam created from the cooking process will be trapped by the lid. also, the lid is shaped in such a way that the liquids fall back into the mixture, allowing for moisture recycling.
there are some great looking colorful enameled dutch ovens by le creuset, or the more economical fontignac - October 4, 2011 at 10:15 PM
- Madeleine said...
Hi Chef John,
thank you for your awesome video instructions and delicious recipes!
If I want to double the recipe, would I have to double the cooking time in the oven also?
Maddy - November 7, 2011 at 5:30 PM
- Chef John said...
No, it doesn't work that way. Would take longer, but I can't give you an exact time. You'd have to experiment and check.
- November 7, 2011 at 5:47 PM
- KPeff said...
So good. I cooked it all in my dutch oven, added chopped carrots, a clove, a couple teaspoons of turmeric, and a bay leaf. I served it all with some sliced avocado (They were a buck a piece at the store, today). Great dish to cook when it gets cold.
- December 7, 2011 at 8:15 PM
- LyndaT said...
Oh my. This dish is so delicious! I fixed it for Christmas Eve dinner and everyone loved. (We're kind of non-traditional when it comes to holiday meals.) I added some chopped stems (learned that from a Thai chef years ago), and frozen baby peas and chopped cilantro leaf at the end of cooking. I agree: even if you don't care for green olives, try them in this dish--it's a small amount for a big payoff. This dish is rich and homey, like a really good soup without stock. (Mine came out a little bit gooey. Next time I will use a little less liquid...I think, probably using just some of the four called-four cups of chix broth instead of additional liquid to deglaze the pan.) Thanks, Chef John, for (no surprise!) another keeper. Happy Christmas to you and your family!
- December 25, 2011 at 1:58 PM
- LyndaT said...
(Oops. Left out a few words. Please feel free to edit. What I meant to say was:)
h my. This dish is so delicious! I fixed it for Christmas Eve dinner and everyone loved it. (We're kind of non-traditional when it comes to holiday meals.) I added some chopped cilantro stems (learned that from a Thai chef years ago), and frozen baby peas and chopped cilantro leaf at the end of cooking. I agree: even if you don't care for green olives, try them in this dish--it's a small amount for a big payoff. This dish is rich and homey, like a really good soup without stock. (Mine came out a little bit gooey. Next time I will use a little less liquid...I think, probably using just some of the four called-for cups of chix broth instead of additional liquid to deglaze the pan.) Thanks, Chef John, for (no surprise!) another keeper. Happy Christmas to you and your family! - December 25, 2011 at 2:15 PM
Thanks, Chef John!!! I tried this from scratch, more or less followed everything as you said, with small amounts of chicken and veg (using whatever was in the fridge). Brillilant result. Love your blog :) Cheers!
- January 23, 2012 at 10:48 PM
- 1Bigg_ER said...
BTW, I blame Chef John and his blog for my recent cookware splurge. Threw away all my old non stick cookware. Went for Tri Ply SS pieces - February 2, 2012 at 10:18 PM
Want to give this a go, but need to buy dutch oven.
Chef John, how big is your dutch oven ? - February 25, 2012 at 5:30 PM
I've made this twice and for some reason keep missing the word "simmer" before putting in the oven. Tip: don't forget to simmer first.
- March 5, 2012 at 10:39 PM
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- March 25, 2012 at 1:17 AM
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- March 25, 2012 at 1:17 AM
I'm planning to make this dish this weekend for a get together.
Only thing is i don't have a dutch oven. It seems a lot of the complaints with making it over the stove is that the bottom is burning. Should I stir the bottom every now and then when I'm cooking over the stove? - March 25, 2012 at 1:18 AM
- Chef John said...
If you stir the rice gets sticky. Really needs to bake.
- March 25, 2012 at 3:11 AM
I don't want to fry my chicken. Can I bake first, then put it all together?
- March 29, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Chef John, I baked the chicken halfway, then proceeded with your recipe. My house smells heavenly!
- March 29, 2012 at 3:52 PM
Dear Chef John,
Do you recall what size this chicken was? Just wondering if I need to go out and search especially large chicken (supermarkets don't seem to carry anything larger than 3lbs...)! The dish looks fabulous! - April 18, 2012 at 7:24 AM
- 1Bigg_ER said...
Here is what pisses me off about this dish. I had a goal in mind, to make as many dishes from here as possible. BUT, I KEEP COMING BACK TO THIS PARTICULAR ONE EVERY DAMN WEEK!! SOMETIMES TWICE A WEEK!!
- June 11, 2012 at 10:59 AM
Hi Chef John
I have been making this a few times a month for a year now. I started with the original recipe and tweaked it to my taste. I love the fact that we can vary it depending on what we have in the cupboard. Thank you so much! I though I would share my variations.
We use Basmati rice, skinless drumsticks and thighs, thyme instead of oregano, less paprika (ours is too hot), corriander powder, carrots, celery or whatever veggies we have and a tin of black eyed beans (chickpeas or black beans work well too). I use chopped tinned tomatoes or passata instead of tomato paste. I occasionally throw in a bit of saffron or par boiled potatoes. Sometimes I put halveded hard boiled eggs on top after taking it our of the oven
I love the fact that this idea is literally global. Altering it in various ways has made Venezuelan, Indian and Nigerian friends all comment on how much it reminds them of home.
I've even made it without chicken with 2 kinds of beans as an amazing veggie pot luck dinner recipe
My advice to folk is to be careful when you are scaling up or adding to the recipe. Too much chicken/veggies/beans tends to mean that the rice does not cook as evenly. I think that the original recipe using a whole chicken is delicious, but I'm too lazy.
All in all its perfect served with a green salad and a glass of white wine. My four year old daughter would disagree and advises ketchup and apple juice! My better half states belgian beer and lime pickle.
Again a fab recipe and a firm favourite. Thanks again for posting
out - August 12, 2012 at 2:10 PM
- Chef John said...
Thanks!! That sounds great! :)
- August 12, 2012 at 3:33 PM
This by far has to be my favorite Chicken/Rice combo ever. Had the same over/under cooked rice dilema so last time I sauteed my rice in a little oil before sauteeing the vegetables. Brown rice holds up a little better too. And guess what? You can use a cut-up deli roasted chicken. Just put rice, veggies & liquids in oven for about 25 min.Then position the chicken pieces into the rice adding a little more broth if it looks like the rice and veggies are drying too quickly. By adding lots more liquid you can make a wonderful soup. I add 1/4 cup red lentils and the combination is fabulous! Thank you, Chef John from a Long Time (lurking) Fan who adores your cooking and your style!
- October 1, 2012 at 9:27 PM
- 1Bigg_ER said...
Master this dish and your life will change forever. Add different veggies (Asparagus), mushrooms, use poblano peppers instead of green bell peppers. If you don't have smoked paprika use regular paprika + chipotle powder.
Whatever route you take DO NOT skip the olives and capers.
Thanks again Chef John!!
- November 6, 2012 at 12:12 PM
Made this tonight. Everyone loved it. Thanks! :)
- November 7, 2012 at 12:14 AM
- Unknown said...
In about a week I'm going to have a crack at this in a pressure cooker. Wish me luck!
- December 17, 2012 at 5:51 PM
- Olesya said...
This looks very delicious! Do you think it would work in a slow cooker after the initial steps and instead of the oven?
- December 23, 2012 at 12:22 PM
- Olesya said...
Wow this looks so delicious!, do you think I would be able to use the slow cooker instead of the oven step? I too do not own a Dutch oven pot.
- December 23, 2012 at 12:24 PM
- Chef John said...
Never tried, but I'm sure you could!
- December 23, 2012 at 12:58 PM
- conishkee said...
I realize that folks do things different and I respect that, but just for the record for those wondering if they should wash their rice beforehand, I ALWAYS do, so that it releases some of the starch. It makes my rice very light and fluffy when done.
- December 28, 2012 at 11:37 AM
- Unknown said...
Why the 4 cups of stock. Thought it was the 2:3 ratio? Is it bc the chicken absorbs alot of the liquid?
- June 18, 2013 at 5:11 PM
- Unknown said...
i have never had so many ppl being in love with me becoz of this dish...
- August 6, 2014 at 8:00 PM
Just tried this last night as an experiment because I signed up to cook it for a colleague who just had a baby. It turned out great, just like all the other recipes that you've recommended. I've been wanting to thank you for a long time, so THANK YOU!
- August 18, 2014 at 1:44 AM
- Unknown said...
Chef John, Thanks as usual for another great, easy recipe.
I am lazy; I will want to brown the meat in my french oven first then remove after the deglaze.
Then I will prep the vegi and rice part and add everything back.
Do you see anything wrong with that concept?
Steve - November 16, 2014 at 11:33 AM
- Chef John said...
Sounds good to me!
- November 16, 2014 at 12:27 PM
- Paula said...
I saw this recipe and couldn't wait to try it but I don't think it is ever going to happen. It's been in the oven now for an hour and the rice is still like little BB's. After 40 min the rice was hard and liquid gone so I added more chicken broth and put it back in. It looks delicious and smells wonderful but I'm wondering how you got it to cook in 30 mintues! Obviously I went wrong somewhere. I didn't have any tomato paste so I used tomatoes and tomato sauce and cooked it down a bit. Would that stop the rice from cooking?
Now I am reminded why I have pretty much stopped cooking.II'm at that age when you'd rather go out). Certainly all the work I put into making a great dish like this isn't worth it when it doesn't turn out. - November 24, 2014 at 7:17 PM
- Chef John said...
With a dish like this, you simply have to let it keep cooking until the rice is tender. If it's hard, it's not cooked, so let it go. Don't worry about times with recipes like this. Keep it in the oven until it's done.
- November 25, 2014 at 12:16 PM
- Paula said...
Thanks, Chef John. I added some more broth to it and put it back in the oven for another half hour. It turned out delicious! Well worth the wait.
- November 26, 2014 at 4:58 PM
- nena chiquita said...
Hi Chef John, the video does not load for some reason :(
- August 17, 2016 at 4:07 PM
- Jeff said...
What if I wanted to make this with farro? Would I need to make any significant changes?
- January 26, 2017 at 10:38 PM
- Cliff and Sherri said...
AMAZING!!!! I made this tonight, but used boneless chicken thighs, and it was WONDERFUL! I have a whole book of just "Chef John Recipes"! This is another that is terrific!!! Thank you Chef John!!!
- July 27, 2017 at 9:52 PM
- Matthew J. Heaney said...
What size dutch oven is that? 6 qt, or larger? What size do people recommend?
- January 15, 2018 at 7:38 PM
- Unknown said...
Made this tonight. First thing I have ever made that I feel rivals restaurant food. Now if you will excuse me I am going to pass out in a food coma.
- July 12, 2018 at 7:57 PM
- joe said...
just wanted to say I cooked this again so obviously I love it. I make it cut down to two servings using a small 3 qt dutch oven. Thank you Chef John.
- November 25, 2018 at 2:24 PM
- Unknown said...
With the exception of adding a strong pinch of saffron, I made this recipe to spec. BTW I can't afford Saffron and get the five finger discount from my grocer. I alway was all out with an addition to my spice cabinet. Said dish is currently in the oven with more info to come.
- December 9, 2018 at 12:19 AM
- Unknown said...
I make this recipe once ever month or so. It's absolutely in my rotation with few adjustments. Sometimes I add a jalapeño or some saffron. That's it.
- March 29, 2019 at 6:33 PM
- Liliana said...
I've been following your youtube channel since 2007 and you are the reason I did not starve to death in college. In fact, this arroz con pollo recipe is the sole reason for why I bought a Dutch oven. Over the years this has been one of the dishes that has become a staple in my trusted recipe list (I've even made it with sausage instead of chicken a few times). I just wanted to say thank you. I don't usually leave comments on anything, but I think its important that you know that you are very appreciated! I don't consider myself the greatest cook, but I know that if I ever need a recipe that will be delicious I can always count on you. So THANK YOU CHEF JOHN!!
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