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Spiced Chicken and Rice with Apples and Raisins
A flavorful baked chicken and rice dish featuring warm spices, sweet apples, and raisins, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 8 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin OFF) see notes
Oil
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil divided
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt divided
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper divided
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Grains
- 1.5 cups basmati rice or other long grain white rice
Vegetables & Fruits
- 1 piece onion diced
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 piece apple diced (about 1 cup)
Nuts & Seeds
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds or sliced
Broth & Stock
- 2.5 cups chicken stock/broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil in a 9x13 dish.
- Mix chicken thighs with remaining oil, salt, pepper, cumin, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Add rice, onion, apple, raisins, almonds, and salt/pepper to dish. Stir to coat.
- Pour broth over mixture. Place chicken on top. Cover with foil and bake 40-50 mins, then uncover and bake 20 mins until cooked.
- Remove chicken, fluff rice, and serve garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
Ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safety. Adjust seasoning to taste.