Description
Experience the warmth of the Caribbean with this vibrant chicken and rice dish. Tender, juicy chicken thighs simmer in a creamy coconut sauce infused with aromatic spices, creating a deliciously comforting meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy every mouthful of this colorful dish that transports you to a tropical paradise!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice (or basmati)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red and yellow), chopped
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1. **Prep Your Ingredients**: Chop the onion, garlic, and bell peppers into small pieces.
- 2. **Sauté Aromatics**: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent; add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- 3. **Add Chicken and Spices**: Add chicken thighs along with cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Sear until golden brown on all sides.
- 4. **Pour in Liquids and Rice**: Stir in coconut milk and chicken broth. Scrape up any browned bits from the pot before adding the rice.
- 5. **Simmer Until Cooked**: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover tightly and let simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice absorbs all liquid.
- 6. **Add Final Touches**: Fluff the rice with a fork, drizzle lime juice over the top, and garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg