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Chicken and Rice With Almonds and Dried Cherries Recipe
Ingredients (13)
- 1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces (2 thighs, 2 drumsticks, 4 breast pieces), or 2 pounds mixed chicken pieces
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 (2-inch) cinnamon stick
- 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 1/2 cup dried cherries
- 3 dried hot red chilies (such as chile de arbol)
- 2 cups basmati rice (or other long-grain rice), rinsed until water runs clear
- 2 2/3 cups low-sodium homemade or store bought chicken broth
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves and fine stems
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- Hot sauce like harissa or mango pickle (optional)
Directions
Learn how to make this recipe at Serious Eats