Oven-Baked Jollof Rice

Name: Oven-Baked Jollof Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: African
Ingredients: 3-4 tablespoons (45-60ml) vegetable oil ((feel free to reduce the amount of oil)); 1 medium onion, (diced (red or white)); 2 teaspoons (2g) fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon (1g) dried thyme); 1 tablespoon (15g) minced garlic (or 2½ teaspoons (12g) garlic powder); 3 cups (540g) long-grain rice, (uncooked (I used basmati)); 1 tablespoon (9g) paprika; 2 teaspoons (5-6g) chicken bouillon; salt and pepper (to taste); 1 14-ounce can tomato puree (or sauce); 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth (or water); 1 scotch bonnet pepper (or ¾ teaspoon ground hot pepper (omit if cooking for kids)); 1 pound (450g) vegetables ((peas, carrots, green beans, corn, etc., optional)); parsley (for garnishing)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:1h 15min

This easy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked twist on an African classic is made even easier in the oven. It's perfect for regular nights, make-ahead, and special occasions!

Updated at: Fri, 05 Jun 2026 03:32:15 GMT