Egyptian Chicken

Health score
9%
Egyptian Chicken
30 min.
6
549kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of Egypt with this delightful Egyptian Chicken recipe, a dish that brings together aromatic spices and wholesome ingredients for a truly satisfying meal. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this recipe serves six and can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings.

The star of this dish is tender chicken, infused with a medley of spices including allspice, cumin, and coriander, which create a warm and inviting aroma that will fill your kitchen. The addition of blanched almonds and currants adds a delightful crunch and a hint of sweetness, elevating the dish to new heights. Paired with fluffy long-grain rice and golden-brown vermicelli, this meal is not only delicious but also visually appealing.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this Egyptian Chicken recipe is straightforward and rewarding. Plus, it offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the rich culinary traditions of Egypt. And for those looking for a vegetarian option, the recipe can easily be adapted by substituting vegetable stock and omitting the chicken. Gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with this flavorful dish that celebrates the essence of Egyptian cuisine!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon allspice 
  • 0.5 cup almond flour roughly chopped ()
  • tablespoons butter 
  • large chicken breast 
  • large chicken stock cube (4 of the square ones)
  • 0.5 teaspoon cilantro leaves 
  • teaspoon cumin 
  • 0.5 cup currants 
  • servings pepper fresh black
  • 0.5 cup olive oil (can put a bit less)
  • medium onion 
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika 
  • cups rice long-grain (bonet, par-boiled)
  • 0.5 cup vermicelli (2 or 3 nests)
  • servings salt 

Equipment

  • pot

Directions

  1. Cut chicken into small pieces.2 Put olive oil, into large heavy pot over low heat.3
  2. Add chicken, chopped onion and the allspice, paprika, coriander, cumin and pepper.4 Stir, cover and cook until the chicken and onion has softened.5
  3. Add rice, stock cubes, 41/2 cups of hot water and salt to taste.6 Cover and simmer until the rice is almost cooked.7
  4. Saute vermicelli in the 2 tbs of butter until it separates and is golden brown.8 Tip vermicelli into rice and add currants and chopped almonds.9 Turn off hotplate, put a teatowel over the pot, cover with lid and allow to steam for 10 minutes.10 Fluff rice with fork and serve.11 NOTE: This recipe can be easily made vegetarian if you substitute vegetable stock cubes instead of chicken and omit the chicken breast entirely.

Nutrition Facts

Calories549kcal
Protein17.58%
Fat24.39%
Carbs58.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
53.36
Glycemic Load
41.6
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
14.896087086719%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
3.73mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:548.85kcal
27.44%
Fat:14.82g
22.79%
Saturated Fat:3.87g
24.18%
Carbohydrates:79.31g
26.44%
Net Carbohydrates:76.21g
27.71%
Sugar:8.91g
9.9%
Cholesterol:58.42mg
19.47%
Sodium:675.27mg
29.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.03g
48.05%
Selenium:37.03µg
52.9%
Vitamin B3:9.18mg
45.88%
Manganese:0.89mg
44.72%
Vitamin B6:0.73mg
36.65%
Phosphorus:282.35mg
28.23%
Vitamin B5:1.76mg
17.56%
Potassium:493.76mg
14.11%
Fiber:3.1g
12.4%
Magnesium:46.28mg
11.57%
Copper:0.22mg
11.04%
Iron:1.84mg
10.23%
Zinc:1.36mg
9.08%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.64%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.33%
Calcium:67.76mg
6.78%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.14%
Vitamin A:236.71IU
4.73%
Vitamin C:2.93mg
3.56%
Folate:13.99µg
3.5%
Vitamin K:3.52µg
3.35%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.71%
Source:Food.com