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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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!
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