Chicken With Dates

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Recipe Summary

I think that you have never listened about the combination of chicken and dates. But I know it’s very famous in India and you might also like it.

Ingredients :

• 6 chicken quarters
• 4 Tablespoon peanut (or safflower oil)
• 2 large onions--1 pound or 500 grams
• 1 coarsely,Chopped
• 2 teaspoon cinnamon,ground
• 1/4 teaspoon mace,ground
• 1/4 teaspon nutmeg,ground
• 1 tablespoon mild honey
• 1 cup water
• 1 salt and pepper
• 1/2 lb dates,Pitted
• 1 tablespoon juice of lemon
• 1 pinch of saffron
• 1/2 cup almonds,Blanched

Directions / Instructions :

1. First take a large pan, saute the chicken pieces in the oil for a few minutes. 
2. Until lightly colored, turning over once. 
3. Remove and saute onions in the pan, over low heat. 
4. Until soft and clear, stir in spices and honey. 
5. Add water, stir well and add the chicken pieces. 
6. Bring to boil, add salt to taste and plenty of black pepper. 
7. Simmer for 25 minutes. Add dates, juice, and saffron and cook another 5-10 minutes until tender.

Quick Notes :

Serve it as a side dish with lemons

Recipe Tags : Chicken | Dates