Description
A delicious and aromatic Kabsa rice dish made with tender chicken thighs, fragrant basmati rice, and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons kabsa spice mix (or to taste)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped onions until golden brown. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and kabsa spice mix. Sear until browned on all sides.
- Add diced tomatoes and mix well. Cook down for a few minutes before adding rinsed basmati rice.
- Pour in chicken broth to cover the mixture by about an inch. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice absorbs all liquid. Fluff with a fork and let rest before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be garnished with raisins and slivered almonds for added texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg