Chicken Mandi | Simple Yemeni Rice and Chicken| No tandoor needed

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa is a healthier alternative with more protein.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

smoked paprika

🥗Healthier: regular paprika

💰Cheaper: sweet paprika

Regular paprika can provide similar flavor without the smoke.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while water is cost-effective.

Make the Spice Blend: Toast whole spices except turmeric in a skillet, then grind with turmeric and red chili powder.

Marinate the Chicken: Mix spice blend with olive oil, coat chicken, and refrigerate overnight or for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare the Fried Garnishes: Fry onions, almonds, raisins, and carrot batons in vegetable oil until golden and set aside.

Steam and Bake the Chicken: Steam marinated chicken for 35-40 minutes, then bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes.

Make the Yellow Rice: Rinse and soak rice, then cook with reserved chicken broth and spices until done.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary