For an even richer flavor, try using chicken broth instead of water. Feel free to add other vegetables to the pot, such as peas, bell peppers, or zucchini. If you don't have fresh parsley, dried parsley can be used, but use half the amount. A squeeze of lime juice can be used if you don't have lemons on hand. If the rice absorbs all the water before it’s cooked, add ¼ cup more until the rice is tender.
Shadi's One-Pot Turmeric Chicken and Rice
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME50 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS24
A comforting and aromatic one-pot wonder! Tender chicken poached in a fragrant turmeric broth, then lovingly combined with fluffy rice, bright lemon, and fresh parsley. This dish is a hug in a bowl, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate53 g
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Cholesterol66 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein32 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium404 mg
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Fat2 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
In a 4-quart pot, combine water, chicken breasts, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. (5 minutes)
02
Step
25 mins
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium, cover the pot, and simmer until the chicken is cooked through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken should register 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside. (20-25 minutes)
03
Step
2 mins
Rinse the basmati rice in a sieve under cold running water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy. (2 minutes)
04
Step
20 mins
Add the rinsed rice and chopped carrot to the flavorful broth remaining in the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid. (20 minutes)
05
Step
5 mins
While the rice is cooking, shred the reserved chicken using two forks. (5 minutes)
06
Step
2 mins
Once the rice is cooked, gently fluff it with a fork. Stir in the shredded chicken and drizzle with fresh lemon juice. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt if needed. (2 minutes)
07
Step
1 mins
Garnish generously with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy! (1 minute)
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Concepcion Toy
Jun 16, 2025A great weeknight meal. I appreciate how quick and easy it is.
Arlene Willms
Jun 9, 2025The turmeric broth is so flavorful! I will definitely make this again.
Dessie Lang
Apr 23, 2025This recipe is so easy and delicious! My family loves it!
Grady Greenfelder
Mar 15, 2025I added some peas and it turned out great! Thanks for sharing!
Lucile Marquardt
Mar 14, 2025I was a bit skeptical at first but this recipe turned out amazing, thank you!