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Portuguese Chicken and Rice

Savor the Flavor: Portuguese Chicken and Rice Magic

Experience the vibrant flavors of Portuguese Chicken and Rice, a quick and customizable meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Portuguese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs can substitute with chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp Paprika smoky flavor
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper optional for heat
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice can substitute with apple cider vinegar
For the Rice Base
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1.5 cups Basmati Rice or long/medium grain
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional for heat
  • 1 tbsp Turmeric Powder
  • 3 cups Chicken Stock/Broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup Perinaise peri-peri mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Green Onion sliced, optional

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, and kosher salt to create the marinade. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat in a large pot. Add the marinated chicken thighs, searing them for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden-brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add minced garlic and diced onion, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Stir in diced red bell pepper and sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add 1 ½ cups basmati rice, a pinch of red pepper flakes, turmeric powder, and 3 cups of chicken stock. Stir together and fold in frozen peas and a small pinch of salt.
  5. Nestle the seared chicken thighs back into the rice mixture. Bring to a simmer, cover, reduce to low heat, and let cook for 15 minutes.
  6. After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the pot rest, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.
  7. Fluff the rice gently with a fork, mixing the chicken throughout. Serve on warm plates, drizzling with Perinaise and garnishing with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allowing the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes enhances flavor. A heavy-bottomed Dutch oven ensures even cooking.

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