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Grilled chicken and rice topped with onion rings, served with cucumber, tomato sauce, and yogurt sauce

Chicken Mandi

Chicken Mandi is a traditional Arabian dish that consists of tender chicken served on a bed of fragrant long-grain basmati rice, flavored with a blend of aromatic spices. It is typically cooked in a special underground oven, giving it a unique smoky flavor. The dish is often garnished with nuts, raisins, and fried onions for added texture and flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Arabian, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Servings 4 servings
Calories 762 kcal
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Ingredients
 
 

Optional for garnish:

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • In a large bowl, mix the chicken pieces with Mandi spice mix, salt, pepper, minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • In a large pot, heat the remaining olive oil and sauté the sliced onions until they are soft and translucent.
  • Add the marinated chicken to the pot and brown it on all sides.
  • Add 4 cups of water to the pot and let it come to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • In a separate pot, cook the basmati rice according to package instructions.
  • Once the rice is cooked, place it in a serving dish and top it with the cooked chicken pieces.
  • Garnish with sliced almonds, raisins or onion rings
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
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Nutrition

Calories: 762kcal (38%)Carbohydrates: 81g (27%)Protein: 28g (56%)Fat: 35g (54%)Saturated Fat: 8g (50%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 120mg (40%)Sodium: 117mg (5%)Potassium: 455mg (13%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 127IU (3%)Vitamin C: 5mg (6%)Calcium: 72mg (7%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer

Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.

Keyword comfort food, one-pot, spicy, traditional
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