Authentic Qatari Chicken Majboos 🍗🔥 | Traditional Arabic Rice & Chicken Recipe. #arabicfood

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa is high in protein, while long-grain rice is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more economical.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried spices

Fresh herbs enhance flavor without added calories, while dried spices are often less expensive.

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 bell peppers; cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate sliced carrots and cook for another 2 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.

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

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 well, then place the chicken back on top of the rice.

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

Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

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