Looking for a more eye-catching way to serve chicken and rice? Try tachin joojeh–a Persian dish with a crispy brown layer of saffron rice that gives way to fragrant sautéed chicken and onions. When you invert this casserole onto a platter, it looks like a savory upside down cake! Serve it with a bright yogurt sauce and barberries for a pop of sweetness.

Quick Info

⏱️ 75 min • 🍽️ 4 servings • ⭐ 80%

Nutrition

972 cal • 67g protein • 130g carbs • 19g fat

Tags

[Middle Eastern] • [Gluten-Free] • [Healthy] • [Dinner] • [Low-Calorie] • [High-Protein] • [Low-Sugar] • [Low-Fat]

Ingredients

• 1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
• 4 cups water
• 2¼ cups basmati rice, rinsed
• ¼ teaspoon saffron threads (optional)
• 1 tablespoon warm water (optional)
• ¾ cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium white onion, sliced (about 2 cups)
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons softened butter
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• ½ cup barberries, sultanas, or currants
• Pinch of kosher salt
• 1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• ½ teaspoon minced garlic
• ½ teaspoon lemon zest
• Juice of ½ lemon

Instructions Preview

1. Make the marinade: In a large bowl, mix to…
2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
3. Make the yogurt rice: Add the water to a m…

…and 11 more steps

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Recipe by: Betsy Carter • From: Tasty