MIDDLE EASTERN CHICKEN AND RICE

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion, chopped
1 1/4 cups basmati rice
1/4 cup dried apricots, roughly chopped
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Kosher salt
5 cups loosely packed baby spinach (3 ounces)
1 1/4 pounds thin-cut skinless, boneless chicken breasts
Freshly ground pepper
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons almonds, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until just softened, 3 minutes. Add the rice; cook, stirring, until slightly toasted, 2 minutes. Add 2 cups water, the apricots, cumin, cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Increase the heat to medium high; bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low; stir, then cover and simmer until the rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add the spinach (do not stir). Let sit, covered, until wilted, about 7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, season the chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cookuntil golden, about 3 minutes per side. Drizzle with the lemon juice.
  • Fold the spinach into the rice and serve with the chicken. Divide the rice and chicken among plates. Thin the yogurt with 1 teaspoon water; drizzle over the chicken. Sprinkle with the almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calorie, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 97 milligrams, Sodium 503 milligrams, Carbohydrate 97 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 38 grams

Itz Felix
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Middle Eastern meal.


Ajigbotanobi Singer
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I'm not a big fan of Middle Eastern food, but this dish was really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Steve Minja
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Stephen Glover
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I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a huge hit! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Middle Eastern meal.


Holy Quran
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I especially liked the tahini sauce, which added a nice tanginess to the dish.


Asabe Kabir
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken and rice dishes, but this one was really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Nkosingiphile Ramahlare
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Middle Eastern meal.


Musakiriza Andrew
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect! The chicken was moist and tender, and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Donna Howard
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal.


Copy Entertainment
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The chicken and rice were cooked perfectly, and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the tahini sauce, which added a creamy and tangy flavor to the dish.


SAHIN ALOM BABU
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I'm not usually a fan of Middle Eastern food, but this dish changed my mind. The combination of spices and flavors was amazing. I'll definitely be trying more recipes from this cuisine.


Samuel Michael
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This was an absolutely delicious meal! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.