Omani Style Chicken Majboos

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa adds protein while long-grain rice is more economical.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

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

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sultanas

Dried cranberries offer a similar sweetness, while sultanas are often less expensive.

slivered almonds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: chopped walnuts

Pumpkin seeds maintain crunch, while walnuts are budget-friendly.

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

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

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

Add chopped tomatoes and green chili; cook until tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes.

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

Stir in spices: cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, turmeric, cumin, and black pepper; cook for 2 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil; season with salt.

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

Remove chicken and set aside; strain the broth if desired.

Add rinsed basmati rice to the pot; stir to combine with the broth.

Place the chicken back on top of the rice; cover and cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.

Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 10 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork; stir in raisins and slivered almonds.

Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

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