Follow these easy steps to create your Caribbean Chicken & Rice:

1. Sear the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, skin-side down, and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and sear the other side for another 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

2. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

3. Add Rice: Stir in the long-grain rice, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to toast it slightly, absorbing the flavors.

4. Combine Ingredients: Add the diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, thyme, paprika, black pepper, and salt into the pot. Mix well.

5. Add Chicken Back In: Return the seared chicken pieces to the pot, making sure they’re nestled into the rice mixture.

6. Cook: Bring everything to a simmer. Cover the pot with a lid, reduce heat to low, and let cook for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.

7. Add Vegetables: In the final 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the frozen mixed vegetables. Cover and allow them to heat through.

8. Fluff and Serve: Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Let it sit, covered, for another 5 minutes before serving.

These simple steps will guide you through the preparation of this extraordinary dish, ensuring delicious results every time.