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Caribbean Chicken And Rice Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful Caribbean-inspired dish featuring tender chicken thighs cooked with rice, beans, and aromatic spices for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Rice and Beans

  • 2 cups uncooked long grain rice
  • 2 2¼ cups chicken broth or water
  • 1 whole scotch bonnet pepper (optional)
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1.5 teaspoons jerk seasoning (or to taste)
  • 0.5 medium onion (diced)
  • 1 tsp chicken bouillon (optional)
  • 1 green onion for garnish (optional)
  • 4 tbsp canola oil
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1 can coconut milk (1¾ cups)
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 small bay leaves
  • 1 can red kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 2.5 lbs chicken thighs (about 5-6 pieces)
  • 1.5 tsp salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Season chicken thighs with salt, bouillon, and jerk seasoning. Sear in oil until browned, then set aside.
  • Sauté onions, thyme, garlic, and bay leaves in the same pan. Add rice, beans, coconut milk, spices, salt, and bouillon. Return chicken to the pot.
  • Bring to a boil, then transfer to oven and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove from oven, let rest for a minute, garnish with green onions, and serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with jerk seasoning ahead of time.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Caribbean
Keyword: Chicken, Jerk Seasoning, rice