My Family's Favorite Roast Chicken & Jollof Rice

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (about 4-5 lbs or 1.8-2.3 kg)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (approximately 57 g)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (approximately 30 mL)
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 lemons (one for juice and one cut into wedges)
• 2 cups long-grain parboiled rice (approximately 400 g)
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil (approximately 60 mL)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped (red or green)
• 1 can (14 oz or 400 g) diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 2-3 cups chicken broth (approximately 500-750 mL)