"Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry" This recipe is an example of a layered Persian tah-dig dish. I developed an interest in Persian foods while surfing the internet. I was amazed at how many ways this rice dish can be prepared. I experimented and put my on spin to this dish. I usually prepare this dish in my Persian rice cooker. However, this recipe was prepared in a 13 inch non-stick skillet.
Provided by Miss Fannie
Categories Weeknight
Time 2h30m
Yield 1 Rice Layered Cake, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a skillet, cover the chicken breasts, shallots, lemon juice, and turmeric with water. Bring to a boil on medium-high heat. Reduce temperature and simmer for one hour. Reserve the stock. Cool and cut the chicken into small pieces.
- Wash and drain the rice. Bring six cups of water and 1/4 teaspoon turmeric to a boil in a large pot. Add rice and boil uncovered for ten minutes. Drain and rinse the rice in cool water.
- In a food processor, combine yogurt, egg yolks, Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix, lemon zest, chives, salt, and pepper. Process for 30 seconds or until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. Add 2 cups of the rice to the yogurt mixture. Process for 15- 20 seconds.
- Dissolve the saffron into 3 tablespoons of the chicken stock.
- Lightly brush one side of the sweet potato slices with a tablespoon of olive oil. Cover the bottom of a large non-stick skillet with two tablespoons of olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon of the saffron mixture. Layer 2/3 of the rice and yogurt mixture in the bottom of the pan. Line the edges of the pan with the sweet potatoes.
- Layer the chicken on top of the mixture. Spoon on the rest of the yogurt mixture. Spread it as evenly as possible. Add the remaining rice. Flatten the rice with the back of a spoon. Combine three tablespoons of chicken stock with the remaining saffron mixture. Drizzle over the top of the rice layer.
- Cook covered on medium heat until it begins to steam. Reduce temperature to low and cook for one hour. Cool, then place a large plate over the top of the pan. Carefully invert the pan. Garnish as desired. Top with a dollop of Greek peach on the bottom yogurt and sweet mango chutney.
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Josim vapari
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my chicken didn't come out crispy at all. It was still good, but not what I was expecting.
Ariyana
[email protected]This dish is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.
Noob power
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken and sauce were so flavorful that I didn't even notice the sweet potatoes.
Waqas Zafar
[email protected]The sauce is a little too sweet for my taste. I would cut the sugar in half next time.
Riasat Awan
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some roasted chicken from the night before and it worked perfectly.
Abbas Mehar
[email protected]I substituted brown rice for the white rice and it was still delicious.
The Kids City
[email protected]This dish is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken and sweet potatoes cook together in one pan, which makes cleanup a breeze.
Himel Ahmed
[email protected]The chicken was a little dry, but the sweet potatoes and sauce were delicious.
Saeed Janan
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Ayajana Skaiki
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was crispy and flavorful, the sweet potatoes were perfectly roasted, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.