Here’s a flavorful Jerk Chicken Thighs with Rice and Green Beans recipe — spicy, savory, and balanced with veggies 🍗🌿🍚
Jerk Chicken Thighs with Rice and Green Beans
Ingredients
For the Jerk Chicken
- 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2–3 tablespoons jerk seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Rice
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Green Beans
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
- Rub chicken thighs with olive oil, jerk seasoning, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for more flavor).
2. Cook the Chicken
Oven method:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place chicken on a baking sheet and roast 35–40 minutes until cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C) and skin is crispy.
Skillet method:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken 5–7 minutes per side until golden, then cover and reduce heat to cook through 15–20 minutes.
3. Cook the Rice
- Rinse rice under cold water.
- In a saucepan, bring water or broth and salt to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork.
4. Cook the Green Beans
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic, then green beans. Sauté 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Serve
- Plate the chicken with rice and green beans on the side. Optionally drizzle with lime juice or sprinkle fresh herbs.
Tips
- Extra heat: Add a pinch of cayenne or fresh chopped Scotch bonnet peppers to the jerk seasoning.
- One-pan option: Bake chicken and toss green beans in the last 10 minutes of roasting for easier cleanup.
- Flavor boost: Cook rice in chicken broth instead of water for more depth.
If you want, I can give a slow cooker jerk chicken version that’s extra tender and even more flavorful.
