Jerk Chicken and Rice (Version imprimable)
A one-dish meal combining spiced jerk chicken with fragrant coconut rice and beans. It brings tropical vibes right to your table.
# Composition:
→ Jerk Chicken
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5 or 6 chicken thighs, weighing around 2.5 to 3 pounds total
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Season with 1½ teaspoons salt
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Use 1 to 2 tablespoons of jerk seasoning (or adjust to your taste)
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Add ½ teaspoon of chicken bouillon powder if you'd like
→ Rice Base
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Mince 2 garlic cloves
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Chop half a medium onion finely
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4 tablespoons of canola oil for cooking
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2 small bay leaves
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1 sprig of thyme, or swap for 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
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2 cups of long-grain rice, uncooked
→ Liquid and Seasonings
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A 15.5 oz can of red kidney beans (rinse and drain first)
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13.5 oz can of coconut milk
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2 to 2¼ cups of chicken broth (or you can use water)
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1½ to 2 teaspoons of Creole or jerk seasoning
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Optional: Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of paprika
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Use salt and pepper to taste as needed
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1 teaspoon of white pepper
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Optional: Toss in a whole scotch bonnet pepper for extra heat
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A bit of chopped green onion for garnish, if you prefer
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Optional: Another 1 teaspoon of chicken bouillon powder
# Étapes de réalisation:
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Set your oven temperature to 350°F (177°C).
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Wash chicken thighs and pat them dry. Make some shallow cuts (around ½ inch deep) near the bone. Rub them with jerk seasoning, salt, and bouillon powder.
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Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot that's safe for the oven. Cook the chicken for about 3 minutes per side until lightly browned. Take it out and set it aside. Wipe the pot clean.
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Using the leftover oil in the pot, toss in the onion, garlic, thyme, and bay leaf. Let this soften for about 2 or 3 minutes.
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Add the rice, beans, coconut milk, broth, and seasonings to the pot. Put the chicken back in too. Bring it to a boil, then bake it uncovered in the oven for about 30 to 35 minutes.
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Let it rest for a bit to cool. Garnish with green onion if you'd like before serving.
# Détails supplémentaires:
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Creole seasoning works as a substitute for jerk seasoning, as does taco seasoning.
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Rinse your rice beforehand for fluffier results.
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Chicken's safe to eat when it reaches 165°F inside.