Laura Abbott
@abblau
Saffron Chicken Polow Dish
A delightful Persian-inspired dish featuring saffron-infused rice layered with tender chicken, chickpeas, and raisins, baked to perfection for a comforting meal.
Details
- Cuisine:middle-eastern
- Meal Type:dinner
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:10
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time1 min.
- Total time21 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 5 1/3 cups
- 6 1/2 tablespoons, divided
- 16 ounces
- 2
- 1 clove
- 2 pounds
- 2 cups
- 2 (16 ounce) cans
- 4 ounces
- 1 tablespoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Saffron Chicken Polow Dish.
Step 1
To start your delicious saffron chicken bake, grab a large pot and bring 5 1/3 cups of water along with 3 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil to a rolling boil.
Step 2
Once boiling, gently stir in the saffron rice, then lower the heat to a simmer.
Step 3
Cover the pot and let it cook for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
Step 4
While the rice is cooking, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Toss in the chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing them until they turn a lovely golden brown and soften, which should take around 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 6
Next, add the cubed chicken to the skillet, cooking it until it’s beautifully seared on all sides.
Step 7
Pour in the chicken broth, bring everything to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
Step 8
Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 30 to 45 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender.
Step 9
When it’s done, shred the chicken using two forks for that perfect texture.
Step 10
Preheat your oven to 385°F (196°C) and lightly grease a 9x12-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
Step 11
Now, let’s build our dish! Start by layering half of the cooked saffron rice at the bottom of the baking dish.
Step 12
Spoon the savory chicken and onion mixture over the rice, then sprinkle the drained chickpeas and sweet raisins on top.
Step 13
Finish off with the remaining rice and a generous dusting of paprika for that extra flavor and color.
Step 14
Pop the dish into your preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the liquid is nearly absorbed and the edges of the rice are lightly browned.
Step 15
Once it’s out of the oven, let it cool for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to settle before serving.
Step 16
Enjoy this comforting and aromatic dish that’s sure to impress your family and friends!.