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One Pot Shawarma Chicken and Rice Recipe

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Enjoy this flavorful One Pot Shawarma Chicken and Rice recipe, featuring tender chicken thighs seasoned with cumin, coriander, paprika, and more. Simple, tasty, and nutritious!

Ingredients

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  • 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs, raw (trimmed of visible fat) - approx 600g (21oz)
  • 2 teaspoons of ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons of ground coriander
  • 2 teaspoons of paprika
  • 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
  • ¾ teaspoon of salt
  • ½ teaspoon of black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon of turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon of ground cardamom
  • ¼ teaspoon of chilli flakes (red pepper flakes) - can use more if you prefer
  • 1.5 tablespoons of lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, halved and finely sliced
  • 3 cloves of garlic, crushed
  • 180g (1 cup) of uncooked long grain rice
  • 2 cups (480ml) of chicken stock (hot)
  • salt and black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped parsley
  • ½ teaspoon of dried dill

Instructions

  • Season the chicken thighs with cumin, coriander, paprika, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, turmeric, cardamom, chilli flakes, lemon juice, and olive oil. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear on both sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add the sliced onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
  • Add the uncooked rice and stir to coat with the spices and oil.
  • Pour in the hot chicken stock and bring to a boil.
  • Return the chicken to the pot, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the rice is cooked and the chicken is tender.
  • Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and dried dill before serving.

Notes

  • For extra heat, increase the amount of chilli flakes.
  • You can substitute boneless chicken breasts for thighs if preferred.

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