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Caribbean Chicken and Rice

Savor Caribbean Chicken and Rice: A One-Pan Comfort Feast

This Caribbean Chicken and Rice is a comforting one-pan meal that combines succulent chicken, golden rice, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
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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 Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs boneless, skinless optional
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for searing
For the Rice
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice or jasmine rice for floral taste
  • 4 cups chicken broth for cooking rice
For the Vegetables
  • 1 piece carrot diced
  • 0.5 pieces red bell pepper diced
  • 0.5 pieces yellow bell pepper diced
  • 1 piece onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or green onions

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Recipe Steps
  1. Pat dry chicken thighs with a paper towel, season with salt, black pepper, allspice, and thyme. Sear in heated oil until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add diced carrot and bell peppers, cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  4. Stir in long-grain rice, toasting for about 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits, place seared chicken on top, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Turn off heat, let sit covered for 5 minutes, fluff with a fork, and garnish before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be made ahead of time and stored for easy reheating. Add broth when reheating to prevent drying out.

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