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Caribbean Chicken and Rice


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Description

A vibrant and comforting one-pot dish featuring tender chicken thighs, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk mingled with fluffy rice.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken thighs with cumin, paprika, turmeric, allspice, cinnamon, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Place seasoned chicken thighs in the skillet, cooking for 6 to 8 minutes per side until browned.
  4. Remove chicken; add onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  6. Add uncooked rice to the skillet, stirring to coat with oil and vegetables.
  7. Pour in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and coconut milk, stirring to combine.
  8. Nestle chicken back into the mix, bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low.
  9. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
  10. Remove from heat, let rest for 5 minutes, fluff rice with a fork, and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

For variations, consider adding other vegetables like corn or peas. Adjust spices based on your taste preferences.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Caribbean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg