Jordanian

Jordanian Chicken and Rice with Lemon and Cilantro

Name: Jordanian Chicken and Rice with Lemon and Cilantro
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Jordanian
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts; 1 cup long-grain rice; 1 lemon (juiced and zested); 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 1 onion (diced); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups chicken broth

A fragrant dish of chicken and rice cooked with lemon and cilantro, typical of Jordanian cuisine.

35 minutes2 servings

Method

Rinse rice and set aside.
In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
Add chicken, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until chicken is browned.
Stir in rice, broth, lemon juice, and zest; bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes.
Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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