התמונה להמחשה בלבדOne-Pot Chicken and Rice with Preserved Lemon and Cilantro
A rich and comforting Mediterranean dish featuring succulent chicken thighs paired with fragrant basmati rice that has absorbed the essence of the cooking juices. The bold infusion of preserved lemon and fresh cilantro imparts a layer of vibrant acidity and aromatic freshness to every bite. This one-pot creation is tailored for enthusiasts of authentic cuisine seeking profound spice complexity and impeccable textures.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
No instructions available.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs with skin and bone, 3/4 tsp coarse salt, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 medium yellow onions thinly sliced, 4 garlic cloves minced, 1 tsp ground turmeric, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 1 cup basmati rice rinsed, 3 tbsp chopped cilantro, 2-3 tbsp chopped preserved lemon, 2 cups unsalted chicken stock, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro, 1 tbsp finely chopped preserved lemon, salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition
- Calories
- 66
- Protein
- 2.7g
- Carbs
- 10.6g
Recommended Equipment & Products
- Cast iron skillet
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Chef tips
For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in salt overnight in the fridge. Add green olives for an extra Mediterranean touch.
Culinary reasoning
A rich and comforting Mediterranean dish featuring succulent chicken thighs paired with fragrant basmati rice that has absorbed the essence of the cooking juices. The bold infusion of preserved lemon and fresh cilantro imparts a layer of vibrant acidity and aromatic freshness to every bite. This one-pot creation is tailored for enthusiasts of authentic cuisine seeking profound spice complexity and impeccable textures.