CHICKEN BOKHARI | CHICKEN KABSA (KUWAIT RECEPE) (ARABIAN RECIPE)

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa is a healthier grain alternative, while long-grain rice is more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a health boost, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric adds color and flavor, while yellow food coloring is a cost-effective substitute.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are more affordable than breasts.

Marinate chicken with garlic, salt, and black pepper for at least 30 minutes.

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

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and tomato paste, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add marinated chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Simmer chicken for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked.

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

Add rinsed basmati rice to the broth and stir in cinnamon, cardamom, and bay leaves.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover; cook for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.

Fluff rice with a fork and fold in cooked chicken, carrots, green peas, and raisins.

Let the dish sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.

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