The Christmas holidays are the perfect opportunity to explore authentic flavors from around the world, and this Lebanese recipe for chicken with fragrant seven-spice rice brings a touch of exoticism and refinement to your table. This flavorful and naturally gluten-free dish is an invitation to a culinary journey thanks to the use of the famous seven Lebanese spices , an iconic blend from the Middle East.

Chicken with Rice Flavored with 7 Lebanese Spices, Rez a Djej (Gluten Free)

Lebanon

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Servings: 4

Cooking method: Traditional Recipe themes: N Christmas

Ingredients

Servings

• For the rice:

• 300 g basmati rice

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil

• 1 onion , finely chopped

• 1 tsp of 7 Lebanese spices (mixture of cinnamon, pepper, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, cardamom and coriander)

• 500 ml of chicken broth (gluten-free)

• A handful of slivered and toasted almonds (optional)

• For the chicken:

• 4 chicken thighs (or one whole chicken cut up)

• 2 Tbsp lemon juice

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil

• 1 tsp of 7 Lebanese spices

• Salt and pepper to taste

• A few sprigs of parsley for decoration

Preparation

1. Prepare the chicken: Preheat your oven to 200°C.
2. In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, seven-spice blend, salt, and pepper. Generously coat the chicken pieces with this marinade. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate.
3. Place the chicken pieces in an ovenproof dish. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes. Remove the foil and let it brown for another 10 to 15 minutes.

4. Prepare the rice: Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

5. Add the 7 Lebanese spices and stir for one minute to release the aromas.
6. Add the rice to the saucepan and stir to coat each grain with the spices. Then add the chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and cover. Simmer until the rice has absorbed all the stock (about 12-15 minutes).

7. To assemble and serve: Arrange the fragrant rice on a serving platter. Top with the browned chicken pieces. Garnish with toasted almonds and a few sprigs of fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy this Lebanese specialty.

Keywords: Gluten-free Lebanese recipes, rice recipe, gluten-free chicken recipe

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