Ghanaian Jollof Rice with Chicken

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 cups long-grain white rice
• 1 can (14.5 oz) canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 pinch salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat until shimmering, ~90 seconds.

2. 2

   Add chicken pieces and cook without stirring 4 minutes per side until golden on exterior.

3. 3

   Remove chicken to a plate. Add diced onion to the pot and sauté 3 minutes until soft.

4. 4

   Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute until darkened and fragrant.

5. 5

   Pour in crushed tomatoes and broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

6. 6

   Return chicken to the pot with the rice. Stir once, then bring to a boil.

7. 7

   Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbs.

8. 8

   Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of cayenne. Fluff with a fork and serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

• 12-inch heavy pot with lid
• wooden spoon or spatula
• knife and cutting board
• fork

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