Oven-Baked Chicken Tikka with Yellow Rice

Enjoy a flavorful and aromatic dish with this Oven-Baked Chicken Tikka paired with fragrant Yellow Rice. This recipe brings the authentic taste of Indian cuisine right to your kitchen using accessible ingredients, perfect for a cozy meal indoors.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Tikka:
🐔 4 chicken breasts, cut into cubes
🌶️ 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
🧂 1/2 tablespoon salt
🧄 1 tablespoon garlic powder
🧅 1 tablespoon onion powder
🌶️ 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
🌿 1/2 teaspoon allspice
🌿 1/2 teaspoon coriander
🌿 1/2 teaspoon cumin
🌿 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
🍲 1 packet of Sazón
🍋 Juice of one lemon
🥛 1/3 cup of plain yogurt
🫒 1/4 cup of olive oil
🫑 2 bell peppers, any color
🧅 1 red onion

For the Yellow Rice:
🍚 4 cups of Basmati rice, washed and soaked for 30 minutes
🧂 1/2 tablespoon salt
🥣 2 tablespoons of chicken bouillon
🌿 1 teaspoon cumin
🌿 1 teaspoon turmeric
🌶️ 1 teaspoon black pepper
🫒 1/3 cup of oil
💧 4 cups of hot water

Instructions

1- Marinate the Chicken:

• In a large bowl, combine smoked paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, allspice, coriander, cumin, turmeric, Sazón, lemon juice, yogurt, and olive oil.
• Add the chicken cubes and mix well to ensure each piece is coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.

2- Prepare Vegetables:

• Cut the bell peppers and red onion into pieces about the same size as the chicken cubes.

3- Assemble Skewers:

• Alternate threading chicken cubes, bell pepper pieces, and onion pieces onto soaked wooden skewers.

4- Bake the Chicken Tikka:

• Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
• Line an oven-safe dish with parchment paper. Place the skewers on the dish and bake for 30 minutes, turning halfway through. Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).

5- Prepare the Yellow Rice:

• Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the soaked and drained Basmati rice, stirring often for a few minutes.

6- Flavor the Rice:

• Stir in chicken bouillon, salt, turmeric, black pepper, and cumin, mixing well to coat the rice.

7- Cook the Rice:

• Pour in the hot water, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the water is absorbed, and the rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
• Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4-6 servings
Calories: Approximately 650 per serving
Protein: 40g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 75g
Equipment: Large bowl, skewers, oven-safe dish, large pot, parchment paper

Cooking Tips:

• Soaking the rice prior to cooking helps it cook more evenly.
• Adjust the spices to suit your taste.

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Oven-Baked Chicken Tikka with Yellow Rice