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Spiced Golden Chicken Rice Dinner

Easy Spiced Golden Chicken Rice Dinner for Busy Nights

This Spiced Golden Chicken Rice Dinner is an aromatic, quick, one-pan dish perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lbs Chicken thighs Use skinless breasts for a lighter twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can be replaced with coconut oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Replace with additional olive oil for dairy-free.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion Use red or yellow onion.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Fresh is preferred.
For the Rice
  • 1.5 cups Long-grain basmati rice Jasmine rice is a good substitute.
  • 3 cups Chicken broth Vegetable broth works for vegetarian.
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric A pinch goes a long way.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • to taste Salt & black pepper Adjust salt for lower sodium.
For the Finish
  • 1 cup Frozen peas Can replace with preferred veggies.
  • to taste Cilantro & slivered almonds Omit nuts for nut-free option.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and rub with the spice blend. Let marinate for 5 to 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  3. Sauté onion in the same skillet until soft, then add garlic and ginger.
  4. Toast the rice in the skillet with aromatics for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add chicken broth and seared chicken, cover and simmer for 25 minutes.
  6. Add peas, cover for another 5 minutes, then fluff rice and garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the dish sit for 5 minutes after cooking for improved flavors.

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