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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (1 1/4-1 1/2 lbs. total), trimmed
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2 large onions, thinly sliced
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½ teaspoon salt, divided
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 teaspoons ground turmeric
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 pinch Generous pinch of saffron
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3 cups shredded cabbage (about 1/2 small head)
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4 cups cooked brown rice, preferably basmati or jasmine
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¼ cup lemon juice
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley (Optional)
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1 lemon, sliced (Optional)
Lemon Chicken & Rice
This easy Persian-inspired chicken and rice dish has a beautiful golden color and a wonderful fragrance. If you have saffron in the cupboard, do add that optional pinch; just a little will enhance the flavor and aroma of the dish.
Nutrition Information
146
Calories
14g
Carbohydrates
26g
Protein
589mg
Potassium
1g
Fiber
11g
Sugar
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