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Jollof Rice with Fried Chicken and French Fries

A quick and satisfying plate of smoky, tomato-rich jollof rice paired with crispy fried chicken and golden french fries, topped with fresh tomato and lettuce.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
850
Protein
35g
Jollof Rice with Fried Chicken and French Fries
comfortingAfricanchickencrispyfluffyweeknightmain coursedinner

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Season the 2 chicken thighs with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 2 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Fry the chicken skin-side down until golden and crispy, about 6 minutes per side, until cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Remove and set aside.

  3. Step 3

    In the same skillet, add the 2 cups jollof rice and 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Stir-fry over medium heat until heated through and slightly smoky, about 5 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Meanwhile, cook the 2 cups french fries according to package directions (or deep-fry at 375°F until golden, about 4 minutes). Season with remaining salt and pepper.

  5. Step 5

    Plate the jollof rice, top with fried chicken and fries. Garnish with tomato slices and lettuce if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • skillet
  • spatula
  • plate

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