Recipe Chicken Kabouli Al-Batena Style

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

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

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Walnuts provide healthy fats, while peanuts are often less expensive.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: dried apricots

Dried cranberries offer a tart flavor, while dried apricots are often cheaper.

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

Add chopped fresh ginger and sauté until fragrant.

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.

Mix in whole spices including cardamom, cloves, black peppers, dried coriander, cumin seeds, and cinnamon sticks; cook for 2 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

Add MAGGI Chicken Bouillon cubes and stir until dissolved.

Add basmati rice and stir well to combine.

Cover and cook on low heat until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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