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Whole pimento, often called allspice, is a gem of Caribbean cooking that tastes like a blend of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. By gently toasting the berries before simmering, you unlock their full flavour and add an earthy richness to comforting one-pot dishes. This recipe celebrates that by pairing them with golden chicken thighs, fluffy rice, and a medley of vegetables – perfect for a cosy family meal that feels both exotic and homely.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 50 minutes
Total: 1 hour 10 minutes
8 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin on)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 red pepper, sliced
1 carrot, diced
300g long grain rice, rinsed
600ml chicken stock
2 Greenfields Bay Leaves
1 tsp Greenfields Thyme
1 tsp Greenfields Ground Cinnamon
1 tsp Greenfields Smoked Paprika
6–8 Greenfields Whole Pimento berries, lightly crushed
Juice of 1 lime
2 spring onions, chopped (to serve)
Fresh coriander (optional garnish)
Himalayan Pink Salt (fine) & Cracked Black Pepper to taste
Heat the olive oil in a large casserole dish. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear until golden on both sides. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add the onion, garlic, pepper, and carrot. Cook until softened.
Stir in the rice, thyme, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, and lightly crushed whole pimento berries. Toast for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken stock and lime juice, then add the bay leaves. Stir well.
Nestle the chicken thighs back into the pan, skin side up. Cover with a lid and simmer gently for 30–35 minutes, until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
Remove bay leaves before serving. Scatter with spring onions and coriander.
Calories: 520 kcal
Protein: 32g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fat: 20g
Fibre: 5g
Salt: 1.5g
I never realised whole pimento could add so much depth – this dish is warming and utterly delicious.
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