Riz Bil Fawda W Dajaj

Riz Bil Fawda W Dajaj is a flavorful Lebanese rice dish featuring tender chicken cooked with aromatic spices and served over fluffy cauliflower rice, making it a healthy and satisfying meal. This Paleo-friendly version brings the authentic taste of Lebanon to your table with a modern twist.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower - 1 medium head, riced
• Chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Allspice - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chicken broth - 200 ml
• Almonds - 30 grams, sliced
• Parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped for garnish

Steps

1. Begin by ricing the cauliflower. Cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the diced chicken breast and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Sprinkle the cinnamon, allspice, salt, and black pepper over the chicken and mix well.
6. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors meld.
7. In a separate pan, lightly sauté the riced cauliflower in a little olive oil for about 5 minutes until tender. Season with salt if desired.
8. Serve the chicken mixture over the cauliflower rice, garnished with sliced almonds and chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken which aids in muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from cauliflower, promoting overall health.

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