Riz Bil Kousa w Laban w Dajaj

Riz Bil Kousa w Laban w Dajaj is a flavorful Lebanese dish combining tender zucchini, chicken, and a creamy yogurt sauce over a bed of aromatic rice. This Paleo-friendly recipe delivers wholesome ingredients while celebrating traditional Middle Eastern flavors.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
• Cauliflower rice - 2 cups
• Greek yogurt - 1 cup, unsweetened
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and diced chicken to the skillet. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
3. Stir in the cumin, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
4. While the chicken is cooking, spiralize or finely chop the zucchini. In a separate pan, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the zucchini and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until just tender.
5. Add the sautéed zucchini to the chicken mixture and stir to combine. Remove from heat.
6. In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with a pinch of salt and chopped parsley.
7. To serve, divide the cauliflower rice between two plates. Top with the chicken and zucchini mixture, and drizzle with the yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in fiber, aiding digestion and maintaining gut health.

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