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Ultimate Caribbean Chicken and Rice


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  • Author: Michelle Davis
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x

Description

A comforting, flavor-packed one-pot meal inspired by Caribbean spices and simple, wholesome ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 1.5 kg bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1 tablespoon ground allspice

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped

  • 1 red bell pepper, diced

  • 1 green bell pepper, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 cups long-grain rice, rinsed

  • 3 cups chicken broth

  • 1 cup coconut milk

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 cup canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed

  • 2 green onions, sliced


Instructions

  • Combine lime juice, oil, spices, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken thoroughly and marinate for at least 2 hours.

  • Heat oil in a large pot and sear chicken until golden on both sides. Remove and set aside.

  • Sauté onion and bell peppers until softened. Add garlic and cook briefly.

  • Stir in rice and toast for 1 minute.

  • Add chicken broth, coconut milk, thyme, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.

  • Return chicken to the pot, add kidney beans, cover, and cook on low for 25 to 30 minutes.

  • Rest for 10 minutes, garnish with green onions, and serve.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

  • For best results, let the dish rest before uncovering.

  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes