Saucy Jerk Chicken Coconut Rice: A Delicious Twist on Comfort Food
A mouthwatering dish combining spicy jerk chicken and creamy coconut rice, perfect for comfort food lovers.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rub the chicken thighs with jerk seasoning.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear the chicken until browned.
- In a pot, combine jasmine rice, coconut milk, chicken broth, and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Place the seared chicken on top of the rice mixture and cover.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in jerk seasoning overnight.
- Serve with lime wedges for added zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Saucy Jerk Chicken, Coconut Rice, Comfort Food