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Caribbean Chicken and Rice

Savory Caribbean Chicken and Rice: Your One-Pan Delight

A delightful One-Pan Caribbean Chicken and Rice recipe that combines juicy chicken, fluffy rice, and vibrant vegetables for a flavorful meal.
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
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs bone-in, skin-on for moisture
For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice jasmine rice for a floral twist
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth or water plus bouillon for lighter version
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 medium Carrots diced
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper diced
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Allspice
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil can be replaced with olive oil
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley or Green Onions for a fresh finish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Dutch oven
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by patting the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, black pepper, allspice, and dried thyme. Allow resting for about 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden. Flip and sear the other side for an additional 5 minutes, then remove from the pan.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the same pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  4. Stir in the diced carrots and both red and yellow bell peppers. Cook for around 3 minutes until they begin to soften.
  5. Add the long-grain white rice, stirring for about 2 minutes to coat and absorb flavors.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth, stir well, and deglaze the pan. Place the seared chicken thighs back into the pan, skin-side up.
  7. Cover the pan, reduce the heat to low, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until the rice is fluffy and chicken is cooked to 165°F.
  8. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice gently and garnish with fresh parsley or green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use bone-in chicken for juiciness, adjust spices to your taste, and explore vegetable variations for added nutrition.

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