Ingredients
– 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on recommended)
– 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 1 cup long-grain rice
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
– Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Creating Easy Spicy Jerk Chicken & Rice is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to prepare this delicious dish:
1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, coat the chicken thighs with jerk seasoning. Allow them to marinate for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet or pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Sear Chicken: Add the marinated chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side down. Sear for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip and sear the other side for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Remove Chicken: Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
5. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
6. Add Rice: Stir in the long-grain rice and cook for about 1-2 minutes to lightly toast it.
7. Pour in Broth: Add chicken broth, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
8. Return Chicken: Place the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet, ensuring they are partially submerged in the broth.
9. Add Beans and Corn: Sprinkle black beans and corn over the chicken and rice mixture.
10. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until the rice is cooked and the chicken is tender.
11. Rest: After cooking, remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
12. Fluff Rice: Using a fork, fluff the rice and mix in the beans and corn gently.
13. Garnish: Sprinkle chopped green onions over the top for a fresh finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g