Introduction: Chicken Kabsa is a traditional Saudi Arabian dish that’s both aromatic and flavorful. It’s made with spiced rice and tender chicken, often garnished with nuts and raisins.
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- 2 tbsp Kabsa spice mix (cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves)
- 2 tbsp ghee or olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat ghee or olive oil and sauté the onions until golden brown.
- Add the chicken pieces and Kabsa spice mix, and cook until the chicken is browned on all sides.
- Add tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken and set it aside. Add the rice to the pot, cover, and cook until the rice is done.
- In a separate pan, toast the almonds and raisins.
- Serve the chicken over the rice, garnished with toasted almonds and raisins.
Why You’ll Love It: Chicken Kabsa is a flavorful and aromatic dish that’s perfect for a hearty dinner. The blend of spices and tender chicken makes it a comforting and satisfying meal.