Gluten-Free Turkish Chicken and Rice Pilaf

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1.5 cups Long-Grain Rice
• 3 cups Chicken Broth
• 0.5 cup Dried Apricots
• 0.25 cup Raisins
• 0.25 cup Almonds
• 0.5 tsp Cinnamon
• 0.25 tsp Allspice
• 0.75 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley

Instructions

1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and brown on all sides. Remove chicken and set aside.
2. 2Add chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. 3Stir in rice, cinnamon, and allspice. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. 4Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, return chicken to the pot, and cover. Simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
5. 5Stir in dried apricots, raisins, and almonds. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
6. 6Fluff the rice with a fork. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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