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Rice and Peas with Curry Chicken

Cultural Context

Rice and peas is a staple dish in Jamaican cuisine, often served alongside various meats. It reflects the island's agricultural heritage, utilizing local ingredients like kidney beans and coconut milk. Traditionally enjoyed on Sundays or during special occasions, the dish has gained popularity worldwide, often paired with curry chicken, which adds a rich, aromatic flavor.

JamaicanJMmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups rice
1 cup kidney beans
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1 lb chicken
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 onion
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon allspice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are more affordable than breasts.

1

Go to the market to buy ingredients including coconut, chicken, and vegetables.

2

Prepare the fire for cooking.

3

Open the coconut and check if it's good to use.

4

Cut the chicken into small pieces, keeping the skin on.

5

Clean the chicken with vinegar and water.

6

Boil water in a pot for cooking rice.

7

Add unsalted butter to the pot with water before adding the rice.

8

Wash the rice before adding it to the boiling water.

9

Add kidney beans to the pot with the rice.

10

Season the chicken with nachos seasoning, salt, pepper, onion, and garlic.

11

Add curry powder to the seasoned chicken and stir well.

12

Cook the chicken on the fire until browned and cooked through.

13

Cover the pot with rice and beans to let it cook until the rice is tender.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

potpanmeasuring cupsknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Curry Chicken with Rice and Peas

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