Ingredients
– 4 bone-in chicken thighs, skinless
– 1 cup long-grain rice
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
– 1 teaspoon allspice
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon ginger powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
– Green onions, for garnish (optional)
– Lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Creating amazing Caribbean Chicken and Rice is simple when following these easy steps:
1. Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken thighs with thyme, allspice, paprika, ginger, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for the best flavor.
2. Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken thighs, cooking for about 5-7 minutes per side until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until they soften. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4. Add Tomatoes and Rice: Stir in the diced tomatoes and rice, mixing well to combine the ingredients and allow the rice to absorb flavors for about 2-3 minutes.
5. Return Chicken: Place the seared chicken back into the skillet. Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring that the rice is submerged. Bring to a boil.
6. Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
7. Rest: Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5-10 minutes. This allows the rice to fluff up nicely.
8. Fluff and Serve: Use a fork to fluff the rice before serving.
9. Garnish: Top with sliced green onions for a fresh touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 32g