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Turmeric Chicken And Rice

Turmeric Chicken and Rice is a flavorful and vibrant dish featuring tender chicken infused with aromatic spices, served over fluffy turmeric rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds chicken thighs boneless, skinless
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Rice
  • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lemon lemon wedges

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, turmeric, cumin, paprika, garlic, ginger, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  2. Add chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them evenly with the spice mixture. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the marinated chicken and sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
Cook the Rice
  1. In a separate saucepan, rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Combine rinsed rice, turmeric, water, and salt in the saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  3. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
  4. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
Serve
  1. Plate the turmeric rice and top with the turmeric chicken.
  2. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

For added flavor, feel free to include vegetables like peas or bell peppers in the rice during the cooking process.

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