This delicious Chicken and Almond Pilaf recipe is a great alternative to traditional dishes. It is easy to make and ideal for toddlers, providing a healthy mix of protein-rich chicken, fibre-filled almonds and nutritious vegetables. Perfect for busy Australian parents, this dish is sure to be a hit with little ones. Try it out today and see why Toddler Recipes Australia loves it!

General Information

• Servings: 4
• Keywords: Pilaf, Chicken, Almond
• Calories: 707
• Protein: 30g
• Carbs: 55g
• Fats: 34g
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 300g of diced chicken
• 200g of white rice (long grain works best)
• 2 pieces of garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• 130g of slivered almonds
• 230g of diced onion
• 2 branches of fresh thyme (about 2 tablespoons worth)
• 2 teaspoons of black peppercorn
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon of ground all-spice
• 480ml of hot water
• Vegetable oil for cooking

Directions

1. Heat up a pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil to the pan, followed by the diced chicken and garlic. Cook the diced chicken and garlic for about 5 minutes, until the chicken is lightly browned.
2. Once the chicken is lightly browned, add the onion, slivered almonds, and spices to the pan. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
3. Lower the heat to medium-low before adding the white rice, stirring everything together to cover the rice in the pan. Let the ingredients cook for an additional 3 minutes.
4. Once finished, add the hot water to the pan. Let the ingredients cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed all the liquid.
5. After the rice has completely absorbed all the liquid, it’s time to serve!

Recommended Sides

• Green salad
• Roasted potatoes
• Steamed broccoli

James’s tip: Don’t forget to make sure all the ingredients are cut into sizes that are not choking hazards to children!