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Chicken With Cumin & Garlic

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This comforting chicken dish balances warm, earthy cumin with pungent garlic and a touch of heat for a deeply flavorful meal. Skinless chicken pieces are browned until golden, then simmered in a light broth infused with lemon juice and fresh coriander. The result is tender meat coated in a savory, slightly spicy sauce that is perfect over rice or with crusty bread. It&# 226;€™s an excellent choice for busy weeknights when you want something hearty yet simple. The aromatics fill your kitchen with inviting scents, making this a satisfying option for family dinners or casual gatherings.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 580.4
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This comforting chicken dish balances warm, earthy cumin with pungent garlic and a touch of heat for a deeply flavorful meal. Skinless chicken pieces are browned until golden, then simmered in a light broth infused with lemon juice and fresh coriander. The result is tender meat coated in a savory, slightly spicy sauce that is perfect over rice or with crusty bread. It&# 226;€™s an excellent choice for busy weeknights when you want something hearty yet simple. The aromatics fill your kitchen with inviting scents, making this a satisfying option for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
  • 2 pound Skinless chicken pieces
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon Each salt, pepper and hot
Directions
  1. 1
    In a large nonstick skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Add the skinless chicken pieces and brown them on all sides, working in batches if necessary to avoid crowding the pan.
  3. 3
    Sprinkle the ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and hot pepper flakes evenly over the chicken.
  4. 4
    Pour in 1 cup of water, add the minced garlic, whole cloves, and lemon juice.
  5. 5
    Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken simmer gently for 15 minutes until cooked through.
  6. 6
    Remove the lid and discard the whole cloves from the pan.
  7. 7
    Carefully transfer the chicken pieces to a serving platter and keep them warm.
  8. 8
    Increase the heat to medium-high and boil the remaining liquid in the pan for about 5 minutes, or until it reduces to approximately 1/4 cup of sauce.
  9. 9
    Stir the chopped fresh coriander or parsley into the reduced sauce.
  10. 10
    Spoon the warm sauce over the chicken and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 580.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31.3g49%
Saturated Fat 8.1g41%
Cholesterol 202.0mg68%
Sodium 1405.1mg59%
Total Carbohydrate 0.6g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 61.5g123%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, cumin, garlic, one-pan, weeknight dinner, spicy, lemon, coriander, simmered, easy, healthy, protein, flavorful, comfort food, quick, aromatic, herbs, main course
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