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One Pot Chaicken and Rice

Bring the flavors of the Caribbean to your dinner table with this hearty and comforting Caribbean One Pot Chicken and Rice. Tender, well-seasoned chicken is marinated in jerk spices, Debbie's Caribbean Soul Spice, fresh herbs, and aromatics before being browned to perfection and simmered with creamy coconut milk, kidney beans, and fluffy rice. Infused with thyme, allspice, garlic, ginger, and a touch of Scotch bonnet heat, this one-pot meal delivers bold island flavor in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: English, Jamaican
Calories: 570
Method Notes

Method
 

  1. 3 lbs. chicken
  2. 2 cups uncooked rice ( washed)
  3. 1 (15 oz) can of kidney beans
  4. 1 (15 oz) can of coconut milk
  5. 1tbsp spicy jerk marinade
  6. 1 tbsp green seasoning
  7. 1 tsp Debbies Caribbean Soul spice
  8. 1 tsp salt ( additional for taste)b
  9. 1 ½ tsp all-purpose seasoning (divided 1 n ½)
  10. 1 ½ tsp ground scotch bonnet pepper (divided 1 ½)
  11. 1 ½ tsp onion powder, garlic powder 91 n1/2)
  12. 1 ½ tsp smoked paprika ( divided 1 n1/2)
  13. 2 tsp black pepper
  14. 1 ½ tsp Caribbean sazon ( divided 1n ½)
  15. 1 tsp white pepper
  16. 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
  17. 3 tbsp avocado oil
  18. 2 green onions ( washed and smashed)
  19. 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  20. 4 cloves garlic ( minced)
  21. Pinch of fresh ginger grated.
  22. 2 bay leaves
  23. 6-8 whole all-spice cloves

Notes

Bring the flavors of the Caribbean to your dinner table with this hearty and comforting Caribbean One Pot Chicken and Rice. Tender, well-seasoned chicken is marinated in jerk spices, Debbie's Caribbean Soul Spice, fresh herbs, and aromatics before being browned to perfection and simmered with creamy coconut milk, kidney beans, and fluffy rice. Infused with thyme, allspice, garlic, ginger, and a touch of Scotch bonnet heat, this one-pot meal delivers bold island flavor in every bite.
Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy one-pot recipe combines protein, rice, and beans into a satisfying meal with minimal cleanup. Rich, savory, and full of authentic Caribbean-inspired flavors, it's comfort food with a tropical twist that the whole family will love. 🍚🍗🥥🌴