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Spiced Grilled Chicken with Basmatti Rice - Recipe

Cinnamon and allspice rub give this chicken an exotic flair.
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Spiced Grilled Chicken with Basmatti Rice Recipe
Directions
  • In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, paprika, salt, pepper and allspice.
  • Place chicken pieces in a large sealable plastic bag.
  • Drizzle olive oil on the chicken inside the bag.
  • Seal bag, turn to coat all of the chicken pieces.
  • Reserve 2 teaspoons of the brown sugar mixture, pour the rest over the chicken pieces in the bag.
  • Seal and turn the bag to coat the chicken.
  • Heat grill to medium, place all of the pieces of chicken on the grill, bone side down.
  • Cover the grill.
  • Cook until no longer pink in the center, turning once.
  • Turn more towards the end of the cooking time.
  • Total grill time should be approximately 25-30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring chicken stock to a boil.
  • Add basmatti rice and bring back to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer the rice.
  • Cover and simmer for 35-45 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
  • Turn off heat, add craisins and raisins, plus the 2 teaspoons of the reserved seasoning.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Spoon rice onto the serving platter and place the chicken pieces on top.
  • Serve warm.
 
 
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Container: small bowl, medium saucepan, large serving platter
Servings: 6
Ingredients
-1/4 cup brown sugar
-1 tablespoon cinnamon
-1 tablespoon paprika
-1 teaspoon salt
-1 teaspoon pepper
-1 teaspoon ground allspice
-1 whole chicken - cut up
-4 tablespoons olive oil
-2 cups chicken stock
-1 cup basmatti rice
-1/2 cup dried craisins
-1/2 cup dried raisins