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Saffron Orange Bloom Yemeni Spiced Chicken with Cumin and Onions

Delicate saffron and citrus notes elevate the spiced chicken

27 minutes2 servings
Saffron Orange Bloom Yemeni Spiced Chicken with Cumin and Onions
Photo: Wikiroro123 · CC BY 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add onions and garlic, sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Soak saffron threads in warm broth during preparation, and add orange zest during preparation before cooking.
  4. Add chicken and cumin, cook until chicken is browned, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in salt and pepper, cook until chicken is fully cooked, about 3 minutes.
  6. In a separate pot, bring chicken broth to a boil, add rice, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
  8. Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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