Ruz Bi Djaj (lebanese Spiced Rice With Chicken)
Ruz bi Djaj is a traditional Lebanese dish of spiced rice with tender chicken, infused with aromatic Middle Eastern flavors. This comforting and flavorful meal is perfect for a family dinner or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onions and garlic until softened.
- Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides.
- Stir in the spices and cook for a minute until fragrant.
- Add the rice and chicken broth, then season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, then sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 400 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large pot Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Fork Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve Ruz bi Djaj with a side of fresh salad and a dollop of yogurt for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice over the rice before serving.
Cost
$15