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Maqluba with Chicken and Rice and Cumin

A layered dish of rice, chicken, and spices flipped upside down for presentation.

35 minutes4 servings
Maqluba with Chicken and Rice and Cumin
Photo: Kamalsahansi · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a pot, heat oil. Sauté onion until golden. Add cumin and cinnamon.
  2. Add chicken, rice, water, and raisins. Bring to a boil. Simmer 15 minutes.
  3. Cover and cook 10 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes.
  4. Invert onto a platter. Serve warm.
  5. Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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