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Caribbean Chicken and Spiced Rice

Caribbean Chicken and Spiced Rice

Nora
A vibrant, flavor-packed one-pan dish with spiced chicken, fragrant rice, and fresh herbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, this Caribbean-inspired recipe delivers tender chicken, aromatic rice, and a burst of citrus for a truly unforgettable meal.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Caribbean
Servings 6 people
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet with lid

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup green peas
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 1/2 cup onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup tomatoes, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions
 

  • Coat chicken with spices and sear until golden, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Sauté onions, garlic, and peppers until fragrant.
  • Add rice with turmeric, cumin, and thyme; toast for 1–2 minutes.
  • Return chicken, add stock, coconut milk, peas, and tomatoes; simmer 20–25 minutes.
  • Finish with cilantro and lime juice before serving.

Notes

Adjust spices to your heat preference. Add more coconut milk for extra creaminess if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Caribbean chicken, chicken and rice, one-pan chicken
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