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One-Pan Jerk Chickenand Coconut Rice

Recipe by RemmyTheFirst I Home Cook & Food Enthusiast on InstagramAdded 9 November 2026.

20 minutes to prep, 40 to cook. A vibrant one‑pan meal that pairs spicy, aromatic jerk chicken with fragrant coconut rice studded with bell peppers and a hint of habanero. The chicken is marinated, seared, and finished crisp in an air fryer, while the rice absorbs creamy coconut milk and bold spices, creating a tropical feast in minutes.

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Method

  1. Season chicken thighs with jerk seasoning, green seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, chicken bouillon, smoked paprika, oil, and ketchup; mix in a bowl and taste before adding to the chicken.

  2. Marinate the seasoned chicken for at least 1 hour.

  3. Pan‑sear the chicken thighs on both sides until slightly charred, then finish in an air fryer at 390°F until the skin is crispy.

  4. Slice half of the green and red bell peppers and set aside.

  5. Blend the remaining half of the bell pepper with the habanero roughly.

  6. Sauté onions in a pan until fragrant.

  7. Fry the blended pepper mixture until the oil rises to the surface.

  8. Add the washed rice and sauté briefly.

  9. Add coconut milk, water, and adjust seasoning as needed; stir in the sliced bell peppers.

  10. Cover and cook on high heat for 5 minutes, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes.

  11. Place the cooked chicken thighs on top of the rice and garnish with spring onions.

  12. Serve and enjoy.

Tips while you cook

Marinate for flavor
Allow the seasoned chicken to marinate for at least one hour before cooking.
Air‑fryer finish
After pan‑searing, transfer the chicken to an air fryer at 390 °F until the skin is crispy.
Keep the lid on while simmering
Cover the rice and maintain the lid during the 20–25 minute low‑heat simmer to trap steam.
Add liquids promptly
Once the rice is sautéed, quickly add coconut milk, water, and the sliced peppers before covering.

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