Jollof Rice with Chicken
A quick and flavorful one-pot meal featuring tender chicken and rice simmered in a rich tomato sauce with warm spices. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken thighs
- 2 cups long grain rice
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 medium onion
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 3 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- 1
Season the 1.5 lb chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium-high and brown the chicken until golden on both sides, about 6 minutes total. Remove and set aside.
- 2
In the same pot, add the 1 chopped onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in the 3 tbsp tomato paste and 1 tsp curry powder, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3
Add the 2 cups rice and stir to coat with the sauce. Pour in the 3 cups chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- 4
Return the chicken to the pot, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid
- cutting board
- knife
- wooden spoon
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