Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30–35 minutes
Total time: ~50 minutes
Serves: 4

This turmeric chicken and rice dish is a wonderfully aromatic, wholesome meal that brings warm spice and vibrant colour to a hearty one-pot dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 4 chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 1 onion, diced

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh turmeric (or 1 tsp ground)

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1½ cups long-grain rice

• 3 cups chicken stock

• Optional: peas or chopped vegetables

• Optional: fresh parsley or cilantro

Method

1. Season chicken: Sprinkle chicken thighs with salt and pepper.

2. Brown chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot or skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5–7 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.

3. Sauté aromatics: Add onion and garlic to the same pot and cook 3–4 minutes until softened.

4. Add spices & rice: Stir in turmeric, cumin, paprika and rice, coating grains with spices.

5. Add stock & simmer: Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil. Return chicken to the pot, reduce heat, cover and simmer 25–30 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.

6. Finish: Stir in peas or vegetables if using and cook a few minutes more. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro.

Recipe source: Food & Wine