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Caribbean Chicken and Rice

Savory Caribbean Chicken and Rice: A One-Pot Wonder

This Caribbean Chicken and Rice recipe is a delightful one-pan dish that combines spices, tender chicken, and vibrant vegetables for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-grain white rice can use jasmine rice for floral twist
  • 2 cups Chicken broth vegetable broth for vegetarian option
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Carrots
  • 1 each Red bell pepper
  • 1 each Yellow bell pepper
  • 1 medium Onion sweet onion can be used
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Ground allspice can substitute with cinnamon and nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme fresh thyme is a good substitute
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil any neutral oil
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped parsley or green onions

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, season with salt, black pepper, ground allspice, and dried thyme. Let sit at room temperature.
  2. Sear Chicken: Heat skillet, add vegetable oil, sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Cook Aromatics: Lower heat, add chopped onions, sauté for 3 minutes. Add minced garlic, cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add Vegetables: Stir in diced carrots and bell peppers, cook for 3 minutes until softened.
  5. Toast Rice: Add rinsed rice, stirring continuously for 2 minutes until it turns slightly opaque.
  6. Combine and Simmer: Pour chicken broth, add chicken back skin-side up, bring to simmer, cover and cook for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
  7. Fluff and Serve: Remove from heat, let sit covered for 5 minutes, fluff rice and garnish with parsley or green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, dry chicken well before searing, and avoid stirring rice too much after adding broth to prevent sticking. Let dish rest covered after cooking for best texture.

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