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Caribbean Chicken and Rice

Caribbean Chicken and Rice: A Taste of Tropical Comfort

Experience the vibrant flavors of Caribbean Chicken and Rice, a one-pan dish that simplifies busy weeknights with tropical comfort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs bone-in, skin-on for moisture
For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice can substitute jasmine rice
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Allspice essential for Caribbean flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or fresh thyme as a substitute
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Carrots diced
  • 2 pieces Bell Peppers (Red and Yellow) diced
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
For Cooking and Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil for searing
  • to taste Salt adjust to taste
  • to taste Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley or Green Onions for garnishing

Equipment

  • large skillet or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, ground allspice, and dried thyme. Let sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Flip chicken and cook for another 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
  5. Stir in diced carrots and bell peppers, and cook for 3 minutes until they soften.
  6. Add rice, stirring constantly for 2 minutes until rice is toasted and slightly translucent.
  7. Pour in chicken broth, scraping any bits from the bottom. Place seared chicken back in, skin-side up, and simmer.
  8. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
  9. Let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff rice and garnish with parsley or green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the chicken is dry before seasoning and taste as you go for flavor adjustments.

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