Here's a simple recipe to cook delicious jollof rice and chicken:

Ingredients:

For the chicken:

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 teaspoon curry powder

1 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

For the jollof rice:

1 cup uncooked rice

2 cups water

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 large onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 large tomato, diced

1 teaspoon grated ginger

1 teaspoon curry powder

1 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

2-3 Scotch bonnet peppers or habanero peppers (optional, for some heat)

How to cook:

1.Marinate the chicken: Mix chicken pieces with curry powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2.Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Set aside.

3.Prepare the jollof rice: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent.

4.Add garlic and ginger: Add minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for 1 minute.

5.Add tomato and spices: Add diced tomato, curry powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6.Add rice and water: Add uncooked rice and water to the pot. Stir well to combine.

7.Add cooked chicken: Add cooked chicken to the pot and stir gently.

8.Cook the jollof rice: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and fluffy.

9.Serve: Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs or scallions.

Tips:

Use long-grain rice for the best results.

Adjust the amount of Scotch bonnet peppers or habanero peppers to your desired level of spiciness.