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One-Pot Portuguese Style Chicken and Rice
easy
Dinner
Portuguese-inspired
One-Pot Portuguese Style Chicken and Rice
15m
Prep
25m
Cook
5
Servings
856
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Experience a vibrant, aromatic meal featuring tender chicken and perfectly seasoned rice cooked together in a single pot. This effortless dish draws inspiration from classic Portuguese flavors to create a comforting, family-friendly dinner.
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Ingredients
- ✓500 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs, bite-sized pieces
- ✓2 tsp sweet paprika
- ✓1 tsp garlic powder
- ✓1 tsp dried oregano
- ✓15 ml brown sugar
- ✓7.5 ml lemon juice
- ✓45 ml extra virgin olive oil
- ✓360 ml basmati rice
- ✓1 small diced onion
- ✓1 whole red bell pepper, chopped
- ✓2 tsp turmeric powder
- ✓540 ml chicken stock
- ✓240 ml frozen peas
Instructions
1
Combine paprika, garlic powder, oregano, sugar, oil, and lemon juice in a bowl. Toss the chicken pieces in this marinade and set aside.
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Tip:Using chicken thighs ensures the meat stays succulent throughout the steaming process.
2
Heat a large heavy-based pot over high heat. Sear the chicken until the exterior is browned and the spices are fragrant, then remove and set aside.
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Tip:Don't worry about cooking it through completely at this stage; it will finish during the rice cook.
3
In the same pot, sauté the onions and bell peppers until softened. Stir in the rice, coating it thoroughly with the remaining oils and drippings.
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Tip:Toasting the rice for a minute enhances the absorption of flavors.
4
Add the stock, turmeric, and peas. Nestle the chicken pieces back into the pot, cover with a lid, and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
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Tip:Resist the urge to lift the lid, as the trapped steam is essential for perfectly fluffy grains.
5
Remove the pot from heat and let it rest, covered, for 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.
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Tip:A resting period allows the moisture to redistribute, resulting in a superior texture.
Portuguese
Chicken
Rice
One-Pot
Dinner
Easy
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