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Caribbean Chicken and Rice Recipe

Caribbean Chicken and Rice Recipe
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A flavorful and aromatic Caribbean Chicken and Rice recipe that combines tender chicken thighs with fragrant rice cooked in coconut milk and a medley of spices. This one-pot dish is a satisfying comfort meal bursting with Caribbean flavors.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Rice:

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper or habanero pepper, whole or minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1½ cups long-grain white rice or basmati rice
  • 1½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
  • ½ cup frozen peas (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season the Chicken Pat the chicken thighs dry, then rub with a mix of salt, pepper, paprika, allspice, garlic powder, and onion powder. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Sear the Chicken Sear seasoned chicken thighs in oil until golden brown. Set aside.
  3. Step 3: Sauté the Vegetables Cook onion, garlic, bell peppers, tomato, Scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, allspice, and smoked paprika until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add the Rice and Liquids Stir in rice, add chicken broth and coconut milk. Nestle seared chicken back into the pot.
  5. Step 5: Simmer the Chicken and Rice Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 25-30 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked.
  6. Step 6: Add Peas and Rest Add peas, if using, and let rest for 5-10 minutes after cooking.
  7. Step 7: Garnish and Serve Fluff rice, garnish with green onions and cilantro. Serve hot with lime wedges.

Notes

  • For less heat, use habanero pepper instead of Scotch bonnet.
  • Adjust salt to taste depending on personal preference.
  • Feel free to customize with additional Caribbean spices for extra flavor.

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Keywords: Caribbean Chicken and Rice, Coconut Rice, One-Pot Meal, Caribbean Recipe, Chicken Thighs Recipe

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