Ghanaian

Smoked Paprika Depth West African Jollof Rice with Chicken

Name: Smoked Paprika Depth West African Jollof Rice with Chicken
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Ghanaian
Ingredients: 2 cups long-grain rice; 4 cups water; 300g chicken breast; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 1 onion, chopped; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp thyme; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Adds a rich, smoky depth with paprika to the tomato base.

32 minutes4 servings

Method

Add smoked paprika to the oil before sautéing onions.
Rinse rice and cook in water until tender.
In a pan, sauté onion, tomatoes, and spices in oil until thickened.
Add cooked rice and chicken, stir to combine.
Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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