Worlds collide in this warm, fragrant chicken stew.

But I promise it adds up to something comforting and delicious.

Hailing from the low country of South Carolina, this iconic Southern dish incorporates flavors from further afield.

Overhead view of a blue dutch oven of finished Country Captain Chicken recipe on a white background

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And interesting (and delicious!)

this dish definitely is.

to this chicken dinner.

Overhead view of two blue bowls of Country Captain Chicken served over a bed of rice next to a fork, knife and cloth napkin

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Spoon the sauce and chicken overcooked white riceand sprinkle it with the cooked bacon and toasted sliced almonds.

Dust the chicken thighs in the flour mixture until theyre evenly coated; discard the remaining flour mixture.

Return the reserved drippings to medium-high heat.

Overhead view of a white plate of four chicken thighs after browning for Country Captain Chicken recipe

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Place the coated thighs, skin-side down, in the Dutch oven.

Transfer the partially-cooked chicken to a plate.

Add the remaining 4 teaspoons curry powder and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Overhead view of a blue dutch oven after adding the onions, bell pepper, garlic, and salt for Country Captain Chicken recipe

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Stir in the tomatoes and their juice and the raisins.

Bring the tomato mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Nestle the chicken, skin side up, into the sauce, adding any accumulated juices from the plate.

Overhead view of a blue dutch oven of finished Country Captain Chicken recipe on a white background

Simply Recipes / Photo by Robby Lozano / Food Styling by Sally McKay / Christina Daley

Serve with rice and garnish with almonds, if using, and reserved chopped bacon.

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