Saudi Saleeg Chicken Rice

Ingredients

• 2 bone-in chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup short-grain rice
• 3/4 cup whole milk
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 tbsp sliced almonds
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Steps

1. Season chicken with half the salt and pepper, sear in oil, and add broth, cardamom, and cinnamon; simmer until it reaches 165°F (74°C).
2. Remove chicken and roast at 425°F (220°C) for 8 minutes to crisp the skin.
3. Add rice to the broth and cook until tender.
4. Stir in milk and butter and cook gently until the rice is creamy; do not boil hard.
5. Serve creamy rice with chicken, fried onion, and toasted almonds.

Allergen note: Contains milk and tree nuts.

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