Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless): 1 pound (450 grams)
- Basmati rice: 2 cups (500 grams)
- Onion (chopped): 1 medium (150 grams)
- Garlic (minced): 3 cloves (15 grams)
- Baharat spice blend: 2 tablespoons (30 grams)
- Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon (5 grams)
- Ground coriander: 1 teaspoon (5 grams)
- Vegetable broth: 4 cups (1 liter)
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
25 minutes
Cooking Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken breasts on both sides until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the baharat spice blend, cumin, and coriander. Cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Add the rice to the skillet and stir to coat in the spices.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes, still covered.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve the chicken and rice together.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Protein: 30 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fat: 10 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Aromatic and flavorful Baharat spice blend
- Tender and juicy chicken breast
- Fluffy and fragrant basmati rice
- Easy to prepare and suitable for American taste
User Comments:
- "This dish is absolutely delicious! The Baharat spice blend gives it a unique and irresistible flavor."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make, and it always turns out perfect."
- "The chicken is so tender and the rice is so fluffy. It's the perfect comfort food."
- "I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's now my go-to dish for when I want something flavorful and satisfying."
- "Highly recommend this recipe. It's a crowd-pleaser and sure to impress your guests."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use high-quality Baharat spice blend for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of spices to suit your taste preferences.
- If you don't have a skillet, you can use a Dutch oven instead.
- Make sure to simmer the rice over low heat to prevent burning.
- Let the rice stand for 5 minutes before fluffing to allow it to absorb all the flavors.
