Ingredients
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken
1 breast -- in 1/2 pieces
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 pinch cardamom
1 large onion -- chopped
1 6.25oz pkg
2 cup reduced sodium chicken
1 broth
1/2 cup dried apricots
2 tbsp grated orange zest
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted --
1 till fragrant
1 chicken rice pilaf mix
Directions
**NOTE - Obviously the recipe recommends using Near East Pilaf mix,
but any packaged mix will do. We use the Mahatma Saffron Rice mix,
which is a little less than 6.25 oz, but it still turns out great.
Toss chicken with paprika, cinnamon and cardamom. In large nonstick
skillet, heat 2 Tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken,
cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from skillet, set
aside. In same skillet, heat remaining 1 Tbsp olive oil over medium
heat. Add onion; cook 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in rice
pilaf mix, contents of Spice Sack, broth, apricots, and orange zest;
bring to a boil. Cover; reduce heat to low. Simmer 15 minutes. Stir
in reserved chicken and almonds. Cover; continue to simmer 5 to 10
minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Recipe By : INFOSPRTJS
Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Casserole; Chicken; Fruit; Poultry; Rice
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