Best 4 South Carolina Chicken Rice Recipes
**Immerse Yourself in the Culinary Delights of South Carolina Chicken Rice: A Journey of Flavor and Comfort**
Embark on a culinary adventure to the heart of South Carolina, where the tantalizing aroma of Chicken Rice fills the air. This iconic dish, a harmonious blend of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a medley of flavorful vegetables, embodies the essence of Southern comfort food. As you explore the depths of this culinary treasure, you'll discover a symphony of flavors that dance upon your palate, leaving you craving for more. Delve into our curated collection of recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this beloved classic. From the traditional stovetop method that yields perfectly cooked chicken and fluffy rice to the time-saving convenience of the Instant Pot, these recipes cater to every skill level and cooking preference. Prepare to be captivated by the simplicity and versatility of this Southern staple, and let the flavors of South Carolina Chicken Rice transport you to a realm of culinary bliss.
CHICKEN PERLOO: A SOUTH CAROLINA CLASSIC
Chicken Perloo is a South Carolina classic one pot chicken and rice dish that's smokey, a little sweet, hearty, and so delicious. It's Southern comfort food at its best. And -- easy to make, with simple ingredients and amazing flavor... even for weeknight dinners.
Provided by Stephanie Wilson
Categories Main
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch Oven. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and brown on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pan and transfer to a plate; set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium and add the bacon. Cook until browned; about 4 minutes. Stir in the onion and green pepper; saute until softened and translucent. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Finally, stir in the rice until it's coated.
- To the pot, add the tomatoes, chicken stock, 1 cup water, bay leaf, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer, stirring well, then add the chicken thighs and bring back to a simmer.
- Cover and bake in the oven for 30 minutes. To serve, garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Carbohydrate 15 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 143 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 12 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 31 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 678 milligrams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams unsaturated fat
CHARLESTON RED RICE
A Lowcountry favorite that likely descended from West African jollof rice, this classic tomato and rice dish is also sometimes called Carolina red rice - or simply red rice. It often contains sausage, but this version, inspired by how the chef Millie Peartree's mother, Millie Bell, used to make it, relies on bacon for its depth. (Still, if you'd like to add sausage, just let it sear with the vegetables in Step 3.) To start, the "holy trinity" (bell pepper, onion and celery) is cooked in the bacon fat, infusing the cooking liquid. Then, the rice is baked to ensure it's perfectly cooked. Serve this alongside baked chicken or ham, green beans or collard greens, for a full, satisfying meal.
Provided by Millie Peartree
Categories grains and rice, side dish
Time 4h
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees and coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large (12-inch) heavy skillet over medium heat, fry the bacon until crisp, about 3 minutes per side. Remove the bacon to paper towels to drain, leaving behind drippings. Crumble the bacon and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, celery, bell pepper and 1 teaspoon salt, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, another 30 seconds.
- To the skillet, add the rinsed rice. Stir and toast the rice for 30 seconds. Add the crumbled bacon, tomato purée, stock, hot sauce, Cajun seasoning, sugar, pepper and cayenne.
- Bring the rice and vegetables to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes. Taste and add salt, if needed.
- Carefully transfer ingredients to the greased baking dish. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil, and bake until the rice is tender, about 40 to 50 minutes. Check the rice after about 30 minutes to make sure all the liquid is absorbed, and the rice is tender. (If it's too dry or not cooked all the way through, add a few tablespoons of water or stock at a time, if necessary, and cook a little longer.) Fluff with a fork before serving and garnish with parsley leaves.
CAROLINA GOLD RICE
Carolina Gold rice, a fat, golden-hued, long-grained variety native to South Carolina, is so flavorful that only simple preparations are required. It is excellent in its most basic form, cooked in water with just a little salt and pepper, but for special occasions I opt for this gently embellished preparation.
Yield serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat until sizzling hot (see Know-how, page 100). Add the shallot and cook and stir for about 2 minutes, until soft and translucent. Add the rice, season with salt and pepper to taste, and stir to coat with oil and butter. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the thyme and just enough broth to cover the rice by about 1/4 inch, stirring just once to combine.
- Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 20 minutes, until the rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat and let sit, covered, for about 5 minutes. Serve warm.
- Often called the grandfather of long-grain rice in the Americas, Carolina Gold is a beautiful variety that was the star of the antebellum rice trade and a driving force in the creation of a distinct Southern culinary tradition. Despite these claims to fame, Carolina Gold fell by the wayside after the Civil War, along with the South's rice economy. It was half forgotten and nearly extinct by the time Richard Schulz, a Georgia surgeon and plantation owner, rehabilitated the grain in the 1980s. Thanks to his efforts, it is now once again commercially available from vendors like South Carolina's Carolina Plantation Rice and Anson Mills (see Sources, page 377).
KENT'S CHICKEN BOG FOR A CROWD
If you're looking for a crowd-pleasing chicken and rice dinner that can feed an army, your search ends here. Chicken bog, which shares a history with pilau, is a simple South Carolina staple that has stood the test of time. This big-batch chicken bog recipe comes from Kent Huggins, a Carolina native who has perfected his family's technique over decades. What sets Kent's version apart? His chicken bog (which uses a strict 3:1 stock-to-rice ratio) is cooked in the oven. This eliminates the temptation to stir the rice and ensures a perfectly boggy texture.
Provided by Corey Williams
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Chicken Rice
Time 3h25m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine chicken thighs and sausage in a large stockpot. Add water, salt, and 1 teaspoon of pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 2 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Remove chicken and sausage from the pot. Reserve the cooking liquid (stock). Skin and debone chicken once cooled. Transfer chicken and sausage to a large roasting pan. Sprinkle with remaining pepper. Cover with rice and stock.
- Roast in the preheated oven until liquid is absorbed, 60 to 90 minutes. Serve hot with hot sauce to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 593.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 116.7 mg, Fat 30.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 38.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 2158.5 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
Tips for Making South Carolina Chicken and Rice
- Choose the right chicken. Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks are the best choices for this dish, as they will stay moist and flavorful during cooking.
- Sear the chicken before cooking. Searing the chicken in a hot skillet before baking it helps to brown the skin and lock in the juices.
- Use a flavorful marinade. The marinade for this dish is made with a combination of spices, herbs, and citrus juices. Be sure to let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Cook the chicken until it is fall-off-the-bone tender. The chicken should be cooked until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Use high-quality rice. Long-grain white rice is the traditional choice for this dish, but you can also use brown rice or jasmine rice.
- Cook the rice according to the package directions. Be sure to rinse the rice before cooking to remove any excess starch.
- Serve the chicken and rice with your favorite sides. Some popular sides for this dish include collard greens, black-eyed peas, and cornbread.
Conclusion
South Carolina chicken and rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its flavorful marinade and tender chicken, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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