Omani

Omani Chicken and Rice with Cumin and Cilantro

Name: Omani Chicken and Rice with Cumin and Cilantro
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Omani
Ingredients: 4 chicken thighs; 1 cup basmati rice, rinsed; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups chicken broth; Salt and pepper to taste

A simple yet flavorful chicken and rice dish with cumin and fresh cilantro.

35 minutes4 servings

Omani Chicken and Rice with Cumin and Cilantro — Photo: Mizu basyo at Japanese Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 3.0

Method

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
Add chicken, cook until browned. Stir in rice, cumin, and broth.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes.
Fluff with a fork, stir in cilantro. Season with salt and pepper.
Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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