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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 seasoned chicken thighs with bell peppers, coconut milk, and spices to create a delicious one-pot meal.

Ingredients

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Seasoned Chicken:

  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or drumsticks)
  • 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 (or coconut oil)

Vegetable Mixture:

  • 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 substitute habanero pepper for less heat), whole or minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Rice:

  • 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. Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, paprika, allspice, garlic powder, and onion powder. Rub the spice mixture over the chicken thighs and let it sit for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat oil in a pot, sear chicken until golden brown, then set aside.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Add tomato, Scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, allspice, and smoked paprika.
  4. Add the Rice and Liquids: Stir in rice, pour in broth and coconut milk. Add salt and return chicken to the pot.
  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. Add Peas and Rest: Stir in peas if using, let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Fluff the rice, garnish with green onions and cilantro. Serve hot with lime wedges.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spice level by removing seeds from the Scotch bonnet pepper.
  • For a richer flavor, use bone-in chicken thighs.

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

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