Paprika Chicken With Cilantro Rice Pilaf Recipe

Name: Paprika Chicken With Cilantro Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1/2 tsp sweet paprika; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp hot paprika; 4 None skinless chicken thighs, trimmed; 1 None onion, finely chopped; 12 oz basmati rice; 2 1/2 cups chicken stock; 3 oz raisins; 2 oz fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, plus extra sprigs, to serve; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; None None cherry tomatoes, quartered, to serve

Servings: persons

1 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp hot paprika
4 None skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
1 None onion, finely chopped
12 oz basmati rice
2 1/2 cups chicken stock
3 oz raisins
2 oz fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, plus extra sprigs, to serve
1/2 cup plain yogurt
None None cherry tomatoes, quartered, to serve

1
For the marinade, combine lemon juice, garlic and spices in a shallow bowl. Add chicken, turn to coat and refrigerate 30 mins.
2
Meanwhile, for the pilaf, lightly spray a saucepan with cooking oil and heat on medium. Cook onion 5 mins, stirring, until soft. Add rice and stir to coat. Add stock and raisins and bring to a boil on high. Reduce heat to medium, cover and cook for 13-15 mins, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Stir in cilantro leaves.
3
Lightly spray a griddle pan with oil and heat on medium. Cook chicken 8-10 mins, brushing with a little yogurt, until cooked through. Top chicken with extra cilantro sprigs and tomatoes. Serve with pilaf and remaining yogurt.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, 1/2 tsp sweet paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Paprika Chicken With Cilantro Rice Pilaf 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.

Paprika Chicken With Cilantro Rice Pilaf

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