Description
This Persian Chicken recipe combines a harmonious blend of spices with tender chicken pieces, dried fruits, and crunchy almonds, creating a dish bursting with flavor. Perfect for a special dinner or gathering.
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 4 pieces of chicken (legs or thighs preferred)
Seasoning:
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup dried apricots or prunes (or a mix)
- ½ cup toasted almond slivers
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Rinse the chicken pieces under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Cook the Onions: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Add Garlic and Spices: Stir in garlic, turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt. Cook until fragrant.
- Brown the Chicken: Sear the chicken pieces until golden brown on each side.
- Deglaze with Lemon Juice: Stir in lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the pan.
- Add Broth and Dried Fruits: Pour in chicken broth and add dried fruits. Simmer.
- Cover and Cook: Reduce heat, cover, and cook for 40 minutes.
- Finish with Almonds: Stir in almond slivers and cook until sauce thickens.
- Rest Before Serving: Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley or cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Adjust salt to taste based on personal preference.
- For a sweeter flavor, use prunes instead of apricots.
- Serve with rice or bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Persian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
