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Caribbean Chicken And Rice

Caribbean Chicken And Rice

Delicious Caribbean Chicken And Rice offers vibrant flavors and textures for a delightful meal experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 thighs bone-in, skin-on chicken or drumsticks
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or coconut oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium tomato chopped
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, allspice, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and brown the chicken on all sides.
  3. Remove chicken and sauté onion, garlic, and bell peppers until soft.
  4. Add tomato, Scotch bonnet, thyme, allspice, and smoked paprika; stir well.
  5. Return chicken to pot, add rice, and enough water to cover; bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked and chicken is tender.
  7. Let sit for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20g

Notes

Feel free to swap chicken for shrimp or add canned beans for a vegetarian twist. Experiment with herbs like cilantro or parsley for a delightful difference.

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