A delightful one-pan meal featuring boneless skinless chicken thighs marinated in Nando's Peri Peri sauce, and served with a spicy rice made with basmati rice, vegetables, and a blend of spices. Ideal for a family dinner or meal prep, and easy to make in just one pan.
1: Marinade the chicken by adding peri peri sauce, paprika, red chili flakes, lemon juice, oregano, oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix to evenly coat the chicken thighs and set aside.
2: In a pot, add oil for frying, add marinated chicken and cook for 20 minutes or until fully cooked.
3: Remove the chicken once cooked and add garlic, onion to the same pan. Sauté for 1 minute.
4: Add bell peppers, cumin, turmeric, chili powder, paprika, peri peri sauce, tomato paste, bullion cube, salt, and water. Mix together and bring to a boil.
5: Lower the heat to simmer, add rice. Cover, and cook for about 12-15 minutes.
6: Turn off the heat and leave covered for 10 minutes.
7: After 10 minutes, take off the lid and fluff with a fork. Add chopped cilantro and mix again.
8: Top with the cooked chicken and enjoy!
