CHICKEN KABSA | ARABIAN CHICKEN KABSA RECIPE | ARABIAN CHICKEN AND RICE (Machboos)

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa is a healthier grain option, while long-grain rice is often more affordable.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are usually less expensive than whole chicken.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, and canola oil is budget-friendly.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Vegetable broth is a lighter option, and using seasoned water is cost-effective.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate chopped carrots and bell peppers, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, cumin, coriander, and add the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 25-30 minutes.

Remove chicken and set aside; add basmati rice to the pot.

Stir to combine, then place the chicken on top of the rice.

Cover and cook on low heat until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

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