Easy One Pot Jerk Chicken and Rice - Caribbean Recipe - My Homemade Recipe

Ingredients

• 2½-3 pounds chicken thighs (5-6 pieces)
• 1½ teaspoons salt
• ½ teaspoon chicken bouillon (optional)
• 1-2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
• 4 tablespoons canola oil
• ½ medium onion, diced
• 1 sprig fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 small bay leaves
• 2 cups uncooked long grain rice
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
• 1 can (15.5 oz) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 2-2¼ cups chicken broth or water
• 1½-2 teaspoons Creole or jerk seasoning
• 1 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon (optional)
• 1 whole scotch bonnet pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Green onion for garnish (optional)