Persian Chicken Pilaf Recipe

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Ingredients:

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3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut in 1/2 pieces
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 pinch cardamom
1 large onion, chopped
1 (6 1/4 oz) package chicken rice pilaf mix
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup dried apricot
2 tbsp grated orange zest
1/2 cup slivered almonds , toasted till fragrant

Directions:

Toss chicken with paprika, cinnamon and cardamom.
In large nonstick skillet, heat 2 Tbsp olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chicken, cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from skillet, set aside.
In same skillet, heat remaining 1 Tbsp olive oil over medium heat.
Add onion; cook 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in rice pilaf mix, contents of Spice Sack, broth, apricots, and orange zest; bring to a boil.
Cover; reduce heat to low.
Simmer 15 minutes.
Stir in reserved chicken and almonds.
Cover; continue to simmer 5 to 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	397.64 Kcal (1665 kJ)
Calories from fat	219.44 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	24.38g	38%
Cholesterol	66.89mg	22%
Sodium	672.25mg	28%
Potassium	806.42mg	17%
Total Carbs	19.71g	7%
Sugars	11.11g	44%
Dietary Fiber	4.45g	18%
Protein	28.85g	58%
Vitamin C	7.3mg	12%
Iron	1.2mg	7%
Calcium	84.7mg	8%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	121.45 Kcal (508 kJ)
Calories from fat	67.03 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	7.45g	38%
Cholesterol	20.43mg	22%
Sodium	205.33mg	28%
Potassium	246.31mg	17%
Total Carbs	6.02g	7%
Sugars	3.39g	44%
Dietary Fiber	1.36g	18%
Protein	8.81g	58%
Vitamin C	2.2mg	12%
Iron	0.4mg	7%
Calcium	25.9mg	8%

* 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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