Ingredients
– 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
– 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 cup jasmine rice
– 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
– 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 green bell pepper, diced
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Making One Pan Jerk Chicken with Pineapple Coconut Rice is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, rub the chicken thighs with jerk seasoning, ensuring they are well-coated.
3. Sear the Chicken: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
4. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell peppers. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
5. Add Rice and Liquids: Stir in the jasmine rice, coconut milk, chicken broth, and pineapple chunks. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Return Chicken to the Pan: Nestle the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet, skin-side up.
7. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
8. Rest: Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
9. Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh cilantro or parsley for an added touch of color and flavor.
With these steps, you’ll have a mouthwatering One Pan Jerk Chicken with Pineapple Coconut Rice ready to delight your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 24g
- Protein: 28g