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Caribbean Chicken and Rice

Caribbean Chicken and Rice: Your New Weeknight Favorite!

This Caribbean Chicken and Rice combines juicy chicken thighs with creamy coconut-infused rice, creating a delightful weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs bone-in for extra richness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or your favorite cooking oil
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-Grain Rice Jasmine or basmati
  • 1 can Coconut Milk unsweetened
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Red and Green Bell Peppers diced
  • 2 pieces Scallions sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
For Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Allspice
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika or cayenne for extra heat
  • to taste Salt and Pepper
Optional for Heat
  • to taste Cayenne or Hot Sauce

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Caribbean Chicken and Rice
  1. Pat chicken thighs dry, season with salt, pepper, allspice, and paprika, and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes skin-side down, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic, sliced scallions, and diced bell peppers for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in the rice, coconut milk, chicken broth, thyme, and salt. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any brown bits from the pan.
  5. Nestle the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes to cook through.
  6. Remove lid to allow excess liquid to evaporate, crisping the chicken skin for about 5 minutes.
  7. Let sit for a couple of minutes before garnishing with sliced scallions and serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Rinse the rice before cooking for fluffiness. Using bone-in chicken thighs enhances flavor and moisture. Monitor simmering closely to maintain tenderness.

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