Description
A delightful meal featuring juicy chicken thighs and flavorful rice, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- 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)
- 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)
- 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)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, oregano, coriander, cayenne pepper (if using), brown sugar, salt, and olive oil. Add lemon juice and minced garlic, and stir to combine.
- Coat the chicken thighs with the spice mixture and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the sautéed onion and diced red capsicum, cooking until the onion becomes golden.
- Push the vegetables to the side and add the marinated chicken to the pot. Brown the chicken on both sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Once browned, add the basmati rice, chili flakes (if using), turmeric powder, and chicken stock to the pot. Stir everything together.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the chicken is tender.
- Stir in the frozen peas for the last 5 minutes of cooking. Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot, drizzled with Perinaise or your favorite hot sauce.
Notes
Marinate the chicken overnight for intensified flavor. Customize spice levels to your preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Nando's, chicken, rice, Portuguese, dinner, family meal