Ingredients
For the chicken marinade
- 1 kg Chicken Thighs (Skinless and boneless)
- 2 tbsp Paprika (Sweet or regular)
- 1 tbsp Garlic Powder (Or freshly minced garlic)
- 1 tbsp Dried Oregano
- 1 tbsp Coriander
- 0.5 tsp Cayenne Pepper (Optional) Adjust for spice level
- 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 tsp Cooking Salt (Kosher salt preferred)
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice (Or apple cider vinegar)
For the dish
- 2 cloves Garlic Cloves (Minced)
- 1 medium Onion (Sautéed until golden)
- 1 medium Red Capsicum (Bell Pepper) (Deseeded and diced)
- 1.5 cups Basmati Rice (Or long/medium grain rice)
- 1 tsp Chili Flakes (Optional) Adjust for spice level
- 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 3 cups Chicken Stock/Broth (Low-sodium preferred)
- 1 cup Frozen Peas (Optional)
- to taste Perinaise (Or alternative hot sauce)
- 2 stalks Green Onion (Chopped for garnish)
Method
Preparation
- Start by marinating the chicken thighs. In a bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, oregano, coriander, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, and salt. Rub this mixture all over the chicken and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for a minute until fragrant. Add the sautéed onion and diced red capsicum, cooking until the onion is golden.
Cooking
- Once the vegetables are ready, add the marinated chicken thighs to the pot. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until browned.
- Stir in the rice, turmeric, and chili flakes (if using). Pour in the chicken stock. Bring it to a boil, then cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Allow it to simmer for about 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, add the frozen peas (if using) and check if the rice is cooked. If not, let it sit for a few more minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, and drizzle with lemon juice. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with Perinaise or your favorite hot sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
Notes
For more intense flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight. Adjust the spice levels to your liking. Omit the cayenne for milder flavor or add more if you love heat. Use fresh herbs for extra flavor.
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