Cardamom Infused Chicken With Rice (Saleek)

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 1

Cardamom Infused Chicken With Rice (Saleek) Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

70 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/4 kg chicken , with skin on , disjointed and washed
	4 cups water
	7 green cardamoms ( peel the skin slightly so seeds can fall out )
	2 teaspoons salt ( to taste )
	3/4 cup basmati rice
	2 cups milk
	3 tablespoons ghee
	2 pieces gum arabic ( mastikah Do not leave it out )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

576

Sugar

Fat

28g

Cardamom Infused Chicken With Rice (Saleek) is a traditional meal in Middle Eastern cuisine. This dish is a unique combination of rice and chicken, infused with cardamom to give it a delicious flavor. The chicken is cooked until it's tender and the rice is fluffy and has absorbed all the flavors during the cooking process. This dish is perfect for serving at a dinner party or for a family meal. It's easy to make, and can be scaled up or down depending on how many people you'll be serving.

Instructions

1.	Add the disjointed chicken in a pot with water.
2.	Add cardamom and salt to the pot.
3.	Cook on high heat until it comes to a boil.
4.	Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about an hour, or until the chicken is cooked and tender.
5.	Once the chicken is done, remove it from the pot and keep it aside.
6.	In a frying pan, heat ghee until it's hot.
7.	Add the basmati rice and fry for a few minutes until it's slightly browned.
8.	Carefully add the milk and stir gently.
9.	Add gum arabic to the rice.
10.	Bring the mixture to a boil and then lower the heat to a simmer.
11.	Cook until the rice is tender and the mixture thickens.
12.	Serve the rice with the chicken on top and enjoy!

PROS

Cardamom and basmati rice are staples of Middle Eastern cuisine, and the combination of these ingredients with chicken is absolutely delicious.

The ingredients are easy to find and the recipe is simple to make.

This meal is filling and satisfying, making it perfect for lunch or dinner.

CONS

This recipe makes a lot of food, so be sure to have plenty of storage containers on hand if you plan on saving any leftovers.

Gum arabic may be a difficult ingredient to find in some areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue. It also contains several important vitamins and minerals, such as niacin, selenium, and Vitamin B6.
Basmati rice is a low glycemic index food, which means it helps regulate blood sugar levels. Additionally, it is a good source of fiber and essential nutrients like Vitamin B1, iron, and magnesium.