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Peri-Peri Chicken and Spiced Rice

Peri-Peri Chicken and Spiced Rice

Juicy peri-peri chicken served with golden spiced rice, vibrant green peas, and a creamy dipping sauce. A bold, flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
  • ½ cup peri-peri sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • ½ cup carrots, diced
  • ½ cup green peas
  • Salt, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Optional dipping sauce (yogurt or mayo-based)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, combine chicken with peri-peri sauce, garlic, smoked paprika, and salt. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. In a saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil, toast cumin seeds, add turmeric, rice, carrots, salt, and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Heat the skillet with remaining olive oil. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until browned, then transfer to oven and bake 10–15 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Fluff the rice and steam or microwave peas separately until tender.
  6. Slice the chicken and serve over rice with peas on the side. Add sauce and garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
  • Use a cast iron skillet for a better sear.
  • Swap in your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level to suit your taste.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing and Baking
  • Cuisine: Portuguese-African Fusion
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: peri-peri chicken, spicy chicken, spiced rice, easy dinner, meal prep, healthy chicken recipe, gluten-free dinner