Ingredients

  • For Chicken:
  • 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 large onion, finely sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 green chilies
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 4 cardamom pods
  • 4 cloves
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • For Rice:
  • 2½ cups basmati rice, washed and soaked
  • 4½–5 cups chicken stock/water
  • 1 dried black lime (loomi), optional
  • ½ cup raisins, optional
  • ÂĽ cup roasted almonds or cashews
  • Fresh coriander for garnish

Difficulty : Medium

Serves : 6

Saudi Chicken Kabsa is a flavorful Arabian rice dish made with juicy spiced chicken and fragrant basmati rice. The rice is cooked in a rich tomato and chicken stock infused with cinnamon, cardamom, cloves and dried black lime. Topped with golden roasted chicken, raisins and roasted almonds, this traditional Saudi-style dish is perfect for family meals and special occasions. 🇸🇦✨

Cooking Steps

  • 1
    Marinate the chicken: Mix chicken with turmeric, paprika, black pepper, cumin, coriander powder and salt. Set aside for 20–30 minutes.
  • 2
    Cook the masala: Heat oil in a large pot. Add cinnamon, cardamom, cloves and bay leaves. Sauté until fragrant.
  • 3
    Add sliced onion and cook until golden. Add garlic and green chilies.
  • 4
    Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste. Cook until the tomatoes become soft and the oil begins to separate.
  • 5
    Add the marinated chicken and cook for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally.
  • 6
    Pour in the chicken stock/water and add the dried black lime. Cover and simmer until the chicken is almost completely cooked.
  • 7
    Remove the chicken and place it on a baking tray. Roast or grill at 200°C for 15–20 minutes, until beautifully golden.
  • 8
    Add the soaked basmati rice to the chicken stock. Cover and cook on low heat until the rice is fluffy and completely cooked.
  • 9
    Serve: Spread the aromatic Kabsa rice on a large serving platter. Place the roasted chicken on top and garnish with raisins, roasted nuts and fresh coriander.
  • 10
    ✨ Serve hot and enjoy this delicious Saudi-style Chicken Kabsa! 🇸🇦🍗🍚

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