Name: Citrus and Basil Ghanaian Jollof Rice with Chicken
Total time: 37 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Ghanaian
Ingredients: 1 cup long-grain rice; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 chicken breast, cubed; 1 onion, diced; 2 tomatoes, diced; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 1 tsp thyme; 1 green chili, chopped; salt to taste; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tsp lemon zest; 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

Method

Before sautéing the onion, mix lemon zest into the oil. 1: After adding tomatoes, stir in chopped basil with thyme.
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Add cubed chicken, cover, and cook for 10 more minutes.
Let the rice rest for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.