Saffron Chicken Rice
A hearty, golden one-pot dish where tender chicken pieces simmer alongside fragrant saffron-infused rice. This comforting recipe is perfect for a family dinner and comes together in just one pan. Rich in flavor and incredibly satisfying!
🛒 Ingredients
12 servings
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons ground saffron
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 4 cups hot chicken broth
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
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Directions
- 1
Cut the chicken into pieces and season well with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides until golden. Remove and set aside.
- 3
In the same pot, sauté the bell pepper, dried onion, and garlic powder over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- 4
Add the rice and saffron, stirring to coat the grains evenly with the spices and oil.
- 5
Pour in the hot chicken broth gradually while stirring, then return the chicken pieces to the pot.
- 6
Cover and cook over low heat for 25 minutes, until the rice is fully cooked and has absorbed the broth.
- 7
Sprinkle generously with fresh parsley and serve directly from the pot.
💡 Chef's Tip
For a richer flavor, substitute saffron powder with saffron threads steeped in warm water for 10 minutes. Add frozen peas or diced carrots for extra color and nutrition.
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