Full Chicken Preparing with Yellow Rice| Mali Cooking

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are often less expensive and remain juicy when cooked.

yellow rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa offers more protein and fiber, while white rice is a budget-friendly alternative.

Marinate the chicken with lemon juice, garlic, ginger, and spices for at least 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot over medium heat.

Sear the marinated chicken until golden brown on all sides, about 10 minutes.

Remove the chicken and set aside.

In the same pot, sauté onions and bell peppers until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

Stir in the rice, coating it with the oil and vegetables for 2 minutes.

Pour in the chicken broth and return the chicken to the pot.

Add bay leaves and thyme, cover, and bring to a simmer.

Transfer the pot to the oven and roast for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Remove the pot from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

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