Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Arabic chicken and rice, or kabsa, a one-pot wonder that delights with every bite. This dish features tender, boneless chicken thighs simmered in a fragrant blend of spices and served atop fluffy basmati rice. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, kabsa creates lasting memories around the table. With its vibrant colors and inviting aroma, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced (or 1 can)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp kabsa spice mix
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup raisins or sultanas
- 1/4 cup almonds or pine nuts (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the diced onions until translucent, then add minced garlic.
- Add the boneless chicken thighs and season with salt and pepper. Brown on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and kabsa spice mix. Simmer for about 10 minutes until tomatoes soften into a sauce.
- Pour in rinsed basmati rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes.
- Five minutes before cooking is complete, sprinkle raisins on top without stirring.
- Once done, remove from heat and let rest for an additional 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Arabic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg