One-Pot Spiced Chicken, Butternut Squash And Rice Recipe

Name: One-Pot Spiced Chicken, Butternut Squash And Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 2/3 lbs butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cubed; 1 large onion, thinly sliced; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground ginger; 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg; None None Pinch saffron threads; 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed and drained; 3 cups chicken stock; 1 tbsp currants; 1/2 cup almonds, toasted and coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup dried apricots, coarsely chopped; 3/4 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 1 tbsp lime juice

Servings: persons

2 tbsp olive oil
1 2/3 lbs butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cubed
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
None None Pinch saffron threads
2 cups basmati rice, rinsed and drained
3 cups chicken stock
1 tbsp currants
1/2 cup almonds, toasted and coarsely chopped
1/4 cup dried apricots, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 tbsp lime juice

1
Heat half the oil in large saucepan on high heat. Cook squash, stirring occasionally, until browned. Remove from pan.
2
Heat remaining oil in the same pan. Cook chicken, in batches, until browned all over. Remove from pan.
3
Add onion to pan; cook, stirring, until soft. Add spices and saffron; stir until fragrant. Add rice; stir for 1 min. Stir in stock. Place chicken, squash and currants on top of rice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 10 mins, or until stock is absorbed and rice is tender. Add almonds, apricots and cilantro; stir gently to combine. Season to taste.
4
Serve with combined yogurt and juice.

2397

kcal

Calories

189

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 2/3 lbs butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cubed, 1 large onion, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, One-Pot Spiced Chicken, Butternut Squash And Rice falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

One-Pot Spiced Chicken, Butternut Squash And Rice

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