Rice and Beans with Stewed Chicken Recipe 🍛 🍗



🕒 Prep Time:

20 minutes
🕒 Cook Time:
1 hour 15 minutes
🍽️ Servings:
4–6

🥥 Ingredients

For the Rice and Beans:

  • 2 cups red kidney beans (soaked overnight or 1 can, drained and rinsed)

  • 2 cups long grain white rice

  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp thyme

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • Water or bean stock (if using dried beans)

For the Stewed Chicken:

  • 2.5–3 lbs chicken (legs, thighs, or a mix – bone-in preferred)

  • 2 tbsp recado (annatto paste)

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 1 sweet bell pepper, chopped

  • 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • 1 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp oregano or thyme

  • 1 tbsp vinegar or lime juice (for cleaning chicken)

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

  • 1 cup water or chicken broth

👩‍🍳 Instructions

✅ Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

  1. Clean the chicken with vinegar or lime juice and rinse with water.

  2. Rub the chicken with recado paste, garlic, salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, and oregano. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for deeper flavor.

✅ Step 2: Make the Stewed Chicken

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

  2. Sear the marinated chicken on both sides until nicely browned.

  3. Add onions, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until softened.

  4. Pour in water or broth, cover the pot, and reduce heat to simmer.

  5. Stew for about 45–60 minutes or until the chicken is tender and the sauce thickens.

✅ Step 3: Cook the Rice and Beans

  1. In a separate pot, heat a bit of oil and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.

  2. Add the cooked beans, coconut milk, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.

  3. Add the rice and enough water (or bean stock) to cook it. The liquid should be about 1 inch above the rice.

  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is fully cooked and fluffy (about 20–25 minutes).

🥗 Serving Suggestions

  • Plate the rice and beans next to the stewed chicken.

  • Spoon extra gravy over the rice for extra flavor.

  • Garnish with fresh cilantro or a wedge of lime.

  • Serve with a side of fried plantains, potato salad, or coleslaw for a full Belizean experience.

🌟 Pro Tips

  • Recado can be found at Latin or Caribbean markets. Substitute with paprika + a pinch of cumin if unavailable.

  • Always use coconut milk for the rice – it’s essential to Belizean flavor!

  • Stew the chicken slowly for juicy, fall-off-the-bone texture.

📝 Summary

This traditional Belizean dish is more than a meal—it’s a taste of the Caribbean soul. The rich, savory stewed chicken pairs perfectly with creamy coconut rice and red beans, making it one of Belize's most iconic and comforting dishes.


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