Baharat is a middle Eastern spice blend that literally means “spices” in Arabic. You can create your own blend of spices or buy a pre-made blend. I like to use the Baharat Seasoning from Simply Organic (this is what is pictured here). It is a blend of ground cumin, coriander, black pepper, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, allspice, rose petals, ginger, and nutmeg. This Middle Eastern chicken and rice dish is easy enough to make for a family weeknight dinner, yet elegant enough to be served as a main dish for a special occasion. Serve with a cucumber and tomato salad or winter fennel salad for a balanced meal.
Ingredients
1¾ pounds
boneless chicken breasts
cut into large pieces
2 tablespoons
baharat seasoning
1½ teaspoons
sea salt
1 tablespoons
lemon juice
4 tablespoons
extra virgin olive oil
divided
1 medium
red onions
chopped
1½ cups
white basmati rice
rinsed and drained
3 cups
chicken stock
½ cups
dried apricots
chopped
2
cinnamon sticks
2
bay leaves
¼ cups
finely chopped
parsley