Description
Persian Chicken: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe with 7 Exquisite Flavors is a culinary delight that marries rich spices with tender chicken, creating a flavorful dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This recipe showcases the unique flavors of Persian cuisine through a blend of turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon, complemented by sweet dried fruits like apricots or prunes. The result is not only aromatic but also visually stunning, making it a centerpiece at any table. Served over fluffy saffron rice or with warm flatbread, this dish will surely impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces of chicken (legs or thighs preferred)
- 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
- 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
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; sauté onions until golden brown.
- Add garlic and spices; cook until fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides.
- Deglaze with lemon juice, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
- Add chicken broth and dried fruits; bring to a simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat; cook for about 40 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Stir in toasted almond slivers and cook uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving; garnish with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Persian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken in spices and lemon juice for several hours before cooking. Feel free to substitute dried fruits based on your preference; raisins work well too.