Rice-stuffed Chicken (Morgh-e Shekam Por)

Morgh-e Shekam Por, or Rice-stuffed Chicken, is a classic dish from Caspian cuisine that features tender chicken stuffed with flavorful rice and aromatic herbs. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a family gathering.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Caspian Chicken Rice Stuffed
Rice-stuffed Chicken (Morgh-e Shekam Por)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, about 3-4 pounds
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill, and mint)
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels. Season the inside and outside of the chicken with salt, pepper, turmeric, and cinnamon.
  3. In a bowl, mix the rice, chopped onion, garlic, fresh herbs, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Stuff the chicken cavity with the rice mixture, then tie the legs together with kitchen twine.
  5. Place the stuffed chicken in a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve with your favorite side dishes.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Roasting pan Kitchen twine

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl

Serving suggestions

Morgh-e Shekam Por is delicious when served with a side of yogurt cucumber salad and warm flatbread.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before using it to stuff the chicken to remove excess starch.

Cost

$15