Baked Rice with Vegetables and Chiken
A delicious baked rice dish made with Al-Shalan rice, tender chicken, and a colorful mix of fresh vegetables. Layered with creamy cooking cream and melted mozzarella cheese, this comforting dish is perfect for a satisfying family meal.
1- Soak the rice in water for 20 minutes.
2- Boil the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in water with bay leaves and a cinnamon stick until fully cooked.
3- Drain the rice. For each cup of Al-Shalan rice, add 2 cups of water. Once the water has been absorbed, cover and cook over low heat for 25 minutes
4- In a pan, heat 2 tablespoon of oil. Add the dill, garlic, diced tomato. Then add the grated carrot, zucchini, and potato. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5- Add the boiled chicken and season with salt, black pepper, paprika, curry powder, and onion powder. Stir well.
6- Grease a baking dish with oil and spread 2 tablespoons of cooking cream over the bottom.
7- Layer the rice, followed by the chicken and vegetable mixture, then another layer of rice. Pour ¼ cup of cooking cream over the top and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
8- Bake until golden and the cheese is melted, using both the upper and lower oven heating elements.
Enjoy!