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Mar Far Chicken Recipe

Mar Far Chicken Recipe

John
The Mar Far Chicken Recipe is a tasty Middle Eastern dish that's easy to make at home. This chicken recipe uses simple spices to create amazing flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 245 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken:

  • 3 lbs chicken pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Spices:

  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp allspice
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 2 onions sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Parsley

Instructions
 

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in large pot.
  • Brown chicken pieces for 8 minutes.
  • Remove chicken and set aside.
  • Cook onions until golden brown.
  • Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
  • Mix all spices in small bowl.
  • Add spices to onions and stir.
  • Pour in broth and tomatoes.
  • Add chicken back to pot.
  • Cover and simmer 35 minutes.
  • Add parsley before serving.

Notes

  1. Use chicken with bones - It tastes better and stays juicy
  2. Brown the chicken first - This makes it taste richer
  3. Cook spices before adding liquid - This makes them smell amazing
  4. Keep heat low when simmering - High heat makes chicken tough
  5. Let it rest 5 minutes - This helps flavors mix together
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