Grilled Chicken with Rice
A complete chicken-and-rice dinner full of warm spices and bright citrus.
Grilled chicken with rice is a classic pairing that never disappoints. The chicken is seasoned and grilled until golden and crisp, then served over lightly spiced rice. It's a balanced, satisfying meal for everyday family lunches.
How to Prepare
Mix the chicken with the bell pepper, onion, garlic, spices, lemon juice, orange juice and oil. Reserve part of the marinade for the rice.
Grill the marinated chicken in the air fryer (or oven) until cooked and golden.
For the rice, saute the onion in oil with the kabsa spice, turmeric, salt, tomato sauce and the reserved marinade.
Add the basmati rice and chicken broth and cook until the rice is fluffy and done.
Serve the rice topped with the grilled chicken.
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Reserve some of the chicken marinade to flavour the rice for a cohesive dish.
Ingredient Swaps
Whole chicken: pieces, thighs, or breasts.
White rice: vegetable rice or brown rice.
Marinade: herbs and lemon, or a ready spice blend.
Common Questions
How do I get juicy inside, crisp outside chicken?
Grill over high heat after a good marinade and don't overcook.
Which rice suits the dish?
Long-grain white or basmati rice.
How do I flavor the rice?
Cook it in chicken stock with light spices.
Can I use the oven?
Yes, on the grill setting until browned.
How is it served?
With salad and garlic or yogurt sauce.
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