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Jerk Chicken And Dirty Rice Recipe

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NoFuss Jerk Chicken Recipe NYT Cooking
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Description

Jerk chicken and dirty rice is a classic Caribbean dish that is full of flavor and spice. The spicy jerk seasoning is balanced by the rich, savory flavors of the dirty rice, making for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Prep Time

Prep time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.

Cook Time

Cook time for this recipe is approximately 1 hour.

Ingredients

For the jerk chicken:
  • 6 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
  • 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
For the dirty rice:
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup diced green pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Large bowl
  • Large pot
  • Frying pan
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Spatula

Method

For the jerk chicken:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the jerk seasoning, olive oil, honey, and soy sauce.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly.
  4. Place the chicken thighs on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

For the dirty rice:

  1. Rinse the rice in cold water and drain well.
  2. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil.
  3. Add the rice to the pot, cover, and reduce heat to low.
  4. Simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  5. In a frying pan, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat.
  6. Add the onion, green pepper, celery, and garlic to the frying pan and sauté until the vegetables are softened.
  7. Add the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the frying pan and stir well.
  8. Add the cooked rice to the frying pan and stir to combine.
  9. Reduce heat to low and cook for 5-10 minutes, or until the flavors are well combined.
  10. Serve the jerk chicken with the dirty rice on the side.

Notes

For a spicier jerk chicken, add more jerk seasoning or a dash of cayenne pepper. For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of jerk seasoning used.

Nutrition Info

This recipe serves 6 people. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 470
  • Total fat: 23g
  • Saturated fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Total carbohydrate: 34g
  • Dietary fiber: 2g
  • Total sugars: 7g
  • Protein: 30g

Recipe Tips

To save time, you can prepare the dirty rice while the chicken is baking in the oven. Simply start cooking the rice before you begin preparing the chicken. Leftover dirty rice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.

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