Description
Experience juicy, spiced chicken combined with fragrant basmati rice. This comforting, one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup basmati rice, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1⁄4 cup parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, mix the cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in the spice mix until well-coated.
3. Add the chicken to the pot and cook until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same pot, add the onions and garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
5. Stir in the rice, ensuring it is well coated in the spices and oil.
6. Return the chicken to the pot and stir everything to combine.
7. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the pot to a boil.
8. Once boiling, cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
9. Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit covered for another 10 minutes.
10. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped parsley.
11. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for an added burst of freshness.
Notes
This dish is great for a weeknight meal as it comes together quickly and is cooked in one pot, reducing clean-up time.
You can adjust the spice levels by modifying the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your taste.
For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the spice mixture for a few hours before cooking.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450