13/02/2026
LOLMAJ FOODS
Recipe for Jellof rice with chicken
Here's a recipe for Jellof rice with chicken that serves 4-6 people:
Ingredients:
For the chicken:
- 1 kg chicken pieces (legs, thighs, wings, breasts)
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the Jellof rice:
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 large tomatoes, blended
- 1 large red bell pepper, blended
- 1-2 scotch bonnets (depending on desired heat level), blended
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 seasoning cubes (optional)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken with curry powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Heat oil in a pan and fry the chicken until golden brown. Set aside.
2. Cook the Jellof rice: Heat oil in a large pot and sauté the chopped onion until fragrant.
3. Add blended mixture: Add the blended tomatoes, red bell pepper, and scotch bonnets. Cook until the mixture is well fried and the oil starts to separate.
4. Add spices and chicken: Add the curry powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and add the fried chicken.
5. Add rice and water: Add the rice and stir well to combine with the tomato mixture. Add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil.
6. Simmer: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
7. Serve: Serve hot and enjoy! 5th
You can adjust the amount of spices and scotch bonnets to your taste. Some people also add other ingredients like bay leaves or carrots to their Jellof rice. Let me know if you have any variations you'd like to try.
