Ingredients
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Here’s everything you’ll need to make this flavorful dish:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Feel free to adjust the spice level by choosing a mild or hot jerk seasoning. And if you’re out of coconut milk, a splash of cream can work in a pinch!
Instructions
Let’s get cooking! Follow these steps for a delicious meal:
- Pat the chicken thighs dry and coat them with the jerk seasoning. Let them sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the rice, ensuring it’s well-coated with the veggies and oil.
- Pour in the chicken broth and coconut milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the rice mixture. Sprinkle with thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot.
Tip: Keep an eye on the liquid levels. If it looks a little dry, adding a splash of chicken broth can work wonders!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Caribbean Jerk Chicken & Rice, recipe, cooking, food
