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Saffron Chicken

Elevate your taste buds with a vibrant chicken dish infused with aromatic saffron. This recipe combines tender chicken with a blend of exotic spices, creating a rich and flavorful experience. Perfect for those seeking a unique and delicious meal that will leave a lasting impression.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 4
Calories 345 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g Chicken cut into pieces
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 200 g Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 200 ml Chicken Stock
  • 1 pinch Saffron
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
  • In a small bowl, combine the saffron threads with a tablespoon of warm water. Let it steep and infuse for about 10 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  • Pour in the infused saffron mixture and stir to combine.
  • Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet.
  • Let the chicken simmer in the saffron tomato sauce for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Drizzle lemon juice over the chicken and sauce.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Ensure the saffron threads are properly infused to extract maximum flavor.
Adjust salt and pepper according to personal preference.
Serve the saffron chicken hot with your choice of side dishes, such as rice or roasted vegetables.
Nutritional facts:
The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.

Nutrition

Calories: 345kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 20gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 11986mgPotassium: 421mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 330IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 112mgIron: 1mg
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