1. Can you cook raw chicken and rice at the same time?

Yes — as long as the chicken reaches 165°F internally. Brown the chicken first for flavor, then simmer it with the rice and liquid. The oven does the rest, making this one pot jerk chicken and rice both safe and simple.

2. What sauce goes with jerk chicken and rice?

Coconut yogurt sauce, mango chutney, or even lime crema go great with the bold jerk seasoning. The goal? Balance out the spice without drowning it.

3. Is jerk chicken and rice healthy?

It can be! Use skinless chicken thighs or breasts, control the oil, and use brown rice or cauliflower rice for more fiber and fewer carbs. You’re in charge here.

4. What is the secret to jerk chicken?

The seasoning blend. Fresh garlic, thyme, allspice, and scotch bonnet (or chili flakes) make a big difference. Homemade jerk spice beats store-bought every time.

5. How long should you marinate jerk chicken?

Ideally, 4 to 12 hours for maximum flavor. But even 30 minutes works in a pinch — especially in a hot pan where flavors intensify as they cook.

One Pot Jerk Chicken and Rice | Easy Solo Dinner Recipe

Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Caribbean

Description

One pot jerk chicken and rice built for one — bold spice, creamy coconut rice, and easy cleanup in under an hour.

Ingredients

1 bone-in chicken thigh

½ cup long-grain white rice

½ cup chicken broth

¼ cup coconut milk

1 tsp jerk seasoning

1 garlic clove, minced

¼ cup chopped onion

½ tsp dried thyme

1–2 tsp oil

Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Pat chicken dry and season with jerk spice and salt

2. Heat oil in skillet, brown chicken on both sides

3. Remove chicken, sauté onion, garlic, thyme

4. Stir in rice, broth, and coconut milk

5. Return chicken on top of rice

6. Simmer, then transfer to oven (350°F)

7. Bake uncovered for 30–35 mins until rice is fluffy

8. Let rest 5 mins, serve hot

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Category: One Pot
Method: Bake
Cuisine: Caribbean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 510
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 125mg

Keywords: one pot jerk chicken and rice, solo dinner, Caribbean meal for one