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One Pot Caribbean Jerk Chicken & Rice

One Pot Caribbean Jerk Chicken & Rice

A spicy and flavorful dish, One Pot Caribbean Jerk Chicken & Rice brings together chicken thighs and aromatic rice in a single pot.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Caribbean
Servings 6 servings
Calories 628 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Dutch oven
  • oven-safe pot

Ingredients
  

Jerk Chicken Thighs

  • 2.5-3 pounds chicken thighs about 5-6
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon chicken bouillon optional
  • 1-2 tablespoons jerk seasoning

One Pot Jerk Chicken and Rice

  • 4 tablespoons canola oil
  • 0.5 medium onion diced
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 small bay leaves
  • 2 cups uncooked long grain rice
  • 1 can coconut milk 13.5 ounces (1¾ cups)
  • 1 can red kidney beans 15.5 ounces, rinsed and drained
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1.5-2 teaspoons jerk seasoning or to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2-2.25 cups chicken broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon optional
  • 1 whole scotch bonnet pepper optional
  • 1 teaspoon paprika optional
  • 1 green onion for garnish optional

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350℉/177℃.
  • Wash chicken thighs. For faster cooking, make a ½-inch slit into the meat on either side of the bone and pat dry with a paper towel—season with salt (about 1½ teaspoons) and bouillon powder.
  • Rub both sides of the thighs with a generous amount of jerk seasoning.
  • Add about 2 tablespoons of oil to a skillet, Dutch oven, or oven-safe pot. Then add chicken thighs skin side up, and brown for about 3 minutes on each side, being careful not to burn it. Take the chicken out of the pan and set aside.
  • Wipe the pan with a paper towel or napkin to remove any burned bits from the pan.
  • Add another 2 tablespoons of oil, followed by onions, thyme, garlic, and bay leaf, and sauté until soft but not golden, 2-3 minutes.
  • Then, add the rice and beans. Next, add all the remaining ingredients: chicken stock, coconut milk, paprika, white pepper, jerk seasoning, salt, and bouillon. Add the chicken back to the pot and bring everything to a boil.
  • Place the pan in the oven and cook, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is done.
  • Remove from oven, allow to rest a minute, garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve.

Notes

Feel free to replace the jerk seasoning with Creole, taco, or your favorite spice mix. For faster cooking, make a ½-inch slit in the chicken thigh meat on both sides before searing. Rinse the rice to remove excess starch for fluffier results. An instant-read meat thermometer ensures the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165℉ (75℃).

Nutrition

Serving: 240gramsCalories: 628kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 44gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 181mgSodium: 1220mgPotassium: 688mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1727IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Caribbean recipes, easy chicken dinner, jerk chicken, One Pot Caribbean Jerk Chicken & Rice, one pot meal, rice dishes
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