Riz Bil Laban wa Dajaj

Riz Bil Laban wa Dajaj is a comforting Lebanese rice dish featuring tender chicken cooked in a creamy yogurt sauce, served over fragrant rice. This dish blends savory and tangy flavors for a delightful meal that's both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Chicken breast - 250 grams, diced
• Plain yogurt - 200 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - ½ teaspoon
• Water - 300 milliliters
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 20 minutes.
2. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and diced chicken to the pan, cooking until the chicken is browned on all sides, about 7-10 minutes.
4. Stir in the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to coat the chicken.
5. Add the soaked rice and water to the pan, bringing to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed.
6. In a separate bowl, mix the plain yogurt and lemon juice together until smooth.
7. Once the rice is cooked, remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
8. Serve the rice topped with the chicken mixture and drizzle the yogurt sauce over it. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and yogurt, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains beneficial probiotics from yogurt, promoting gut health.

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