Persian Chicken: with 7 Exquisite Flavors

Ingredients

• 4 pieces of chicken (legs or thighs preferred)
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon salt (adjust to taste)
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup dried apricots or prunes (or a mix)
• 1/2 cup toasted almond slivers
• Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   Marinate the chicken: Combine chicken pieces with turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, black pepper, salt, lemon juice, and garlic. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Sear the chicken: In a pan, heat olive oil and sear the marinated chicken until browned on all sides.

3. 3

   Add ingredients: Add onions, dried fruits, almonds, and chicken broth to the pan. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

4. 4

   Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.