Description
Irresistible Persian Saffron Chicken is a vibrant dish that transports your taste buds straight to the heart of Tehran. This aromatic recipe features tender chicken marinated in saffron, garlic, and spices, simmered to perfection for a rich and flavorful experience. Ideal for dinner parties or cozy family meals, this dish promises to impress with its stunning presentation and delightful taste. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm pita bread for a truly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 0.5 tsp high-quality saffron threads
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, saffron soaked in warm water, minced garlic, lemon juice, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces and coat well.
- 2. Chill: Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (preferably overnight).
- 3. Sauté onions: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- 4. Cook chicken: Add marinated chicken to the skillet along with any remaining marinade. Brown on all sides (8-10 minutes).
- 5. Simmer: Pour enough water to cover half of the chicken pieces and let simmer for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
- 6. Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs and enjoy with rice or pita bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Persian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 55g
- Cholesterol: 150mg