Moroccan-spiced Chicken With Rice Bake Recipe

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Ingredients:

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6 cups cooked long or medium grain brown or white rice
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 1/2 tsp ground paprika
6 chicken thighs, skin removed
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 can (12 fl. oz.) nestle carnation evaporated milk
1 can (14.5 oz.) petite diced tomatoes, drained
2/3 cup raisins
3 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 cup toasted, slivered almonds (optional)

Directions:

PREHEAT oven 375º F. Grease 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
COMBINE cumin, salt, black pepper and paprika in small bowl; sprinkle 2 teaspoons spice blend on both sides of chicken thighs.
HEAT olive oil and garlic in large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken in skillet; cook for 4 minutes per side or until browned.
MEANWHILE, COMBINE cooked rice, evaporated milk, tomatoes, raisins, lemon juice and remaining spice blend in large bowl. Pour rice mixture into prepared baking dish. Place chicken thighs on top of rice mixture.
BAKE for 40 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Sprinkle with almonds before serving.
TIP: Boneless chicken thighs can also be used. Reduce bake time by 10 to 15 minutes.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	394.39 Kcal (1651 kJ)
Calories from fat	121.74 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	13.53g	21%
Sodium	606.2mg	25%
Potassium	365.56mg	8%
Total Carbs	63.68g	21%
Sugars	1.02g	4%
Dietary Fiber	6.88g	28%
Protein	9.38g	19%
Vitamin C	4.7mg	8%
Iron	1.8mg	10%
Calcium	69.7mg	7%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	159.36 Kcal (667 kJ)
Calories from fat	49.19 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.47g	21%
Sodium	244.95mg	25%
Potassium	147.71mg	8%
Total Carbs	25.73g	21%
Sugars	0.41g	4%
Dietary Fiber	2.78g	28%
Protein	3.79g	19%
Vitamin C	1.9mg	8%
Iron	0.7mg	10%
Calcium	28.2mg	7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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