Jacques Pepin's Wife Loved This Easy Chicken + Rice

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa offers more protein and nutrients, while white rice is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is a budget-friendly option.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric adds color and health benefits, while paprika is more economical.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: vegetable broth

Homemade broth is healthier, and vegetable broth is often less expensive.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and grated carrots, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Add chicken pieces, browning them on all sides for about 8-10 minutes.

Sprinkle in spices including coriander, cumin, cardamom, and bay leaves, stirring to coat the chicken.

Pour in chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 30-40 minutes.

Remove chicken and set aside, keeping the broth in the pot.

Add rinsed long-grain rice to the pot, stirring to combine with the broth.

Return chicken to the pot, cover, and cook on low heat until rice is tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.

Garnish with fresh herbs or toasted nuts, if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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