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caribbean chicken and rice

Caribbean Chicken and Rice: 7 Reasons to Love It


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A flavorful Caribbean dish featuring chicken and rice.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of rice
  • 1 lb chicken thighs, chopped
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté until soft.
  3. Add chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in rice, coconut milk, broth, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.
  6. Simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
  7. Fluff rice with a fork before serving.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken for more flavor.
  • Adjust spices according to your taste.
  • Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Caribbean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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