Emirati Harees Chicken Porridge

Ingredients

• 8 oz boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup cracked wheat
• 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
• 1 tbsp ghee or butter, optional
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Steps

1. Rinse cracked wheat and combine it with chicken, broth, cinnamon, cardamom, salt, and pepper in a saucepan.
2. Simmer covered over low heat until chicken is 165°F (74°C) and wheat is very soft, about 45 minutes.
3. Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
4. Mash or blend briefly with an immersion blender until the mixture is thick and silky.
5. Cook onion in butter until brown, then serve harees with onion, parsley, and a little ghee if desired.

Allergen note: Contains wheat and milk.

Use the listed quantities as a guide, adjust seasoning to taste, and cook proteins to a safe internal temperature.