Caribbean Chicken and Rice: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food
Experience a flavorful twist on traditional comfort food with Caribbean Chicken and Rice. This dish blends vibrant spices and juicy chicken for a meal that’s sure to please.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Caribbean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides.
- Stir in bell peppers, garlic powder, and onion powder; cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add rice, coconut milk, chicken broth, curry powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
- Fluff with a fork and serve.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate chicken in spices for a few hours before cooking.
- This dish pairs well with a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Caribbean Chicken and Rice, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipes