cinnamon queen chick
Discover Cinnamon Queen Chicken with rice—a flavorful recipe blending cinnamon, chicken, and spices for a hearty, royal meal.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs skinless or bone-in, depending on preference
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt add more if desired
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 cup dried apricots or plums roughly chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup basmati rice washed and drained
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh herbs such as parsley or mint for garnish
Instructions
- Pour olive oil into a large skillet and heat over medium until it’s hot and shimmering.
- Season the chicken with cinnamon and salt.
- Brown the chicken on both sides until golden, then set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Stir in the dried fruit for a hint of sweetness.
- Add the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil.
- Stir in the rice, then place the chicken back in the pan.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 20–25 minutes, or until rice is fluffy and chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Notes:
* Use plums instead of apricots for a slightly tart and **pink-tinted** finish.
* Adjust salt levels based on your preference.
* Always rinse your rice before cooking to avoid sticky results.
* Adjust salt levels based on your preference.
* Always rinse your rice before cooking to avoid sticky results.