Riz A Jej (Lebanese Chicken & Rice) Recipe

Name: Riz A Jej (Lebanese Chicken & Rice)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 cup onion, chopped; 2 pounds ground beef or lamb; 2 cups long-grain white rice; 2 tablespoons salt; 4 tablespoons baharat (seven-pepper spice); 4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken; 5 cups chicken stock (preferably homemade); 2 bay leaves; 1/2 cup cashews; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 1/4 cup slivered almonds; 1/4 cup sesame seeds; 1/4 cup pistachios

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
2 pounds ground beef or lamb
2 cups long-grain white rice
2 tablespoons salt
4 tablespoons baharat (seven-pepper spice)
4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
5 cups chicken stock (preferably homemade)
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup cashews
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1/4 cup pistachios

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["MAKE RICE:
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In a large pot, add the butter, olive oil, and onion and cook for 5 minutes until the onion softens. Make sure the onions don't brown.
3
Add the ground meat and cook, stirring regularly, for 10 minutes until the meat starts to brown.
4
Add the rice, salt, and 2 tablespoons of the baharat to the pot, and cook for 2 minutes as you're stirring and coating the rice with the spices.
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Add 4 cups of chicken stock and bay leaves to the pot and bring to the boil, stirring occasionally.
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Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, until the rice is fully cooked.", "MAKE CHICKEN:
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In a medium-sized pot, add shredded chicken and remaining 2 tbsp baharat. Mix well until fully seasoned.
8
Add remaining 1 cup of chicken stock to the mixture and bring it to a gentle simmer on a low heat. This process will keep the chicken moist and flavorful.", "TOAST NUTS:
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Set the oven at the 450u00b0F. In separate batches, toast each nut in the oven for 3 to 5 minutes until lightly golden. Once toasted, mix all the nuts together. Set aside.", "ASSEMBLE:
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To assemble, place the rice mixture on a serving platter and cover with shredded chicken. Garnish with toasted nuts."]

2146

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

220

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 cup onion, chopped, 2 pounds ground beef or lamb, and more.

Yes, Riz A Jej (Lebanese Chicken & 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.

Riz A Jej (Lebanese Chicken & Rice)

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