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Caribbean Chicken and Rice One-Pan Meal

Delicious Caribbean Chicken and Rice One-Pan Meal Made Easy

This Caribbean Chicken and Rice One-Pan Meal is a vibrant dish combining juicy chicken, fluffy rice, and colorful vegetables, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 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/Breasts Thighs for juiciness, breasts for leanness.
For the Base
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice You can substitute with brown rice.
  • 1 medium Onion Sweet and aromatic.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Alternatives include heavy cream or almond milk.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 pieces Bell Peppers (Red & Green) Chopped.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Ensure it's drained.
For the Spices
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Allspice
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Use sparingly.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, allspice, thyme, smoked paprika, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper, and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add chicken, and sear both sides for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic for 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  4. Add bell peppers and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the rice and toast for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Pour in chicken broth, coconut milk, and diced tomatoes, then nestle the chicken back into the skillet.
  7. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  8. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving garnished with green onions and parsley, served with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is fully thawed before cooking and avoid under-seasoning to keep flavors strong. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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