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Tomato Jollof Chicken

One-pan Ghanaian jollof rice with seared chicken thighs, cooked entirely in one skillet. Tomato-forward, slightly spicy, and dinner-ready in under 25 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
542
Protein
28g
Tomato Jollof Chicken
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook without stirring for 2 minutes until bottoms brown.

  3. Step 3

    Stir chicken and cook 2 more minutes until edges are golden, then remove to a plate.

  4. Step 4

    Add rice to the same skillet, stir for 1 minute until lightly toasted and coated with oil.

  5. Step 5

    Pour in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and broth; stir in chicken, whole pepper, and a pinch of salt.

  6. Step 6

    Cover and simmer over medium for 12 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

  7. Step 7

    Remove whole pepper, fluff with a fork, and top with scallions before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • 14-inch skillet or large sauté pan with lid
  • cutting board and knife
  • wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • measuring cups and spoons

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