Chicken Pilaf with Nuts and Raisins

Yields: 6 Servings Difficulty: Easy Prep Time: 10 Mins Cook Time: 30 Mins Total Time: 40 Mins

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Step 1 Sprinkle ½ tsp of sea salt and pepper all over chicken. In large non-stick skillet (with a lid), heat 1 Tbs the oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken, about 5 minutes for each side . Transfer to plate; pour off fat in pan.
Step 2 Add butter and remaining oil to pan; heat until butter is foaming.
Step 3 Add onion and garlic; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in nuts and raisins, cook, stirring, until nuts darken, about 3 minutes.
Step 4 Add rice, Chinese 6 spice and remaining salt; cook for 2 minutes, stirring to coat grains.
Step 5 Add stock plus 1 and a 1/4 cup water. (if you don’t have stock, then your total water will need to be 2+1/4 cups) Nestle chicken thighs in rice mixture; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until rice is tender and juices run clear when chicken is pierced, about 30 minutes.
Step 6 Remove from heat; let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Enjoy!