Description
Aromatic Saffron and Honey Persian Chicken combines rich flavors and unique ingredients for a stunning meal perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
- Chicken pieces
- Saffron
- Honey
- Lemon juice
- Middle Eastern spices (cumin, cinnamon, cardamom)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Basmati rice
Instructions
- Heat a little oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and brown on all sides.
- Sprinkle in the saffron, honey, lemon juice, and warm spices.
- Add salt and pepper to taste, along with water to cover the chicken.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 30-40 minutes until the chicken is tender.
- Serve the chicken with the sauce over freshly cooked Basmati rice.
Notes
Marinating the chicken overnight can enhance flavors. Use saffron sparingly as a little goes a long way.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Persian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg