Albanian Chicken Porridge with Garlic 🍗🍲🧄

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein and is lower in fat.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner; chicken thighs are more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier; canola is budget-friendly.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories; water is cost-effective.

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

Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Add rice and stir to coat, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.

Stir in yogurt and lemon juice until well combined.

Add chopped parsley, black pepper, and salt to taste.

In a separate pan, melt butter and sauté grated carrot until soft, about 5 minutes.

Mix sautéed carrots into the porridge before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley and red pepper flakes.

Cooking Techniques

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