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Caribbean Chicken and Rice

Caribbean Chicken and Rice: Your New Favorite One-Pan Meal

This Caribbean Chicken and Rice is a comforting one-pan meal that brings vibrant island flavors to your table, perfect for weeknight gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in and skin-on
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Or jasmine for a fragrant twist
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Red and Yellow, diced
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Allspice
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley or Green Onions

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt, black pepper, ground allspice, and dried thyme.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear for another 5 minutes, then remove and set aside.
  3. Lower the heat to medium, add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in the diced carrots and bell peppers, sauté for another 3 minutes.
  5. Add the long-grain white rice, stirring continuously for about 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth while scraping the skillet to lift any browned bits. Nestle the chicken back in the pan.
  7. Cover and simmer on low for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
  8. Remove from heat, let rest covered for 5 minutes, then fluff the rice and garnish with parsley or green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Add a splash of broth when reheating to maintain moisture.

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