Jul 14 2026

Chicken & Yellow Rice Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

A traditional dish with seasoned chicken served over yellow rice.

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Ingredients

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Chicken

Yellow Rice

Garnish (optional)

Method

Prepare the Chicken

  1. 1

    Sauté the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side down, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Aromatics

    Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.

  3. 3

    Add Broth and Simmer

    Pour the chicken broth into the skillet. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Prepare the Yellow Rice

  1. 4

    Cook the Rice

    In a separate pot, combine the long-grain rice, turmeric, salt, and water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat. Cover and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

Serve

  1. 5

    Plate the Dish

    Once the chicken is cooked and the rice is ready, serve the chicken thighs over the yellow rice. Drizzle some of the cooking liquid over the chicken.

  2. 6

    Garnish and Enjoy

    Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the dish and serve with lemon wedges on the side for an added fresh flavor.

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