Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
8 piece

chicken

rinsed and patted dry

1 tsp

salt

to taste

1 tsp

fresh ground black pepper

to taste

4 unit

garlic cloves

pressed

1 tsp

saffron

0.5 cup

olive oil

1 tbsp

parsley

finely chopped

1.25 cup

boiling water

0.5 cup

whole almond

blanched

5 unit

hard-boiled eggs

shelled and quartered

Step 1
~4 min

Rinse the chicken pieces and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2
~4 min

Season the chicken pieces generously with salt and fresh ground black pepper.

Step 3
~4 min

Press the garlic cloves to release their flavor.

Step 4
~4 min

In a large pan or pot, heat 3/4 of the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 5
~4 min

Add the blanched whole almonds to the hot oil and saute until they turn golden brown.

Step 6
~4 min

Add the pressed garlic to the pan and saute briefly, being careful not to burn it.

Step 7
~4 min

Stir the saffron into the hot oil, garlic, and almond mixture to infuse the oil with its color and flavor.

Step 8
~4 min

Add the chicken pieces to the pan and brown them on all sides.

Step 9
~4 min

Sprinkle the finely chopped parsley over the chicken.

Step 10
~4 min

Pour the boiling water or chicken stock into the pan, ensuring the chicken is partially submerged.

Step 11
~4 min

Cover the pan tightly with a lid.

Step 12
~4 min

Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

Step 13
~4 min

Turn the chicken pieces 2 or 3 times during the cooking process to ensure even cooking.

Step 14
~4 min

Season the dish to taste with additional salt and pepper as needed.

Step 15
~4 min

If the dish becomes too dry during cooking, add more water or chicken stock to maintain the desired consistency.

Step 16
~4 min

Shell and quarter the hard-boiled eggs.

Step 17
~4 min

Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to a serving platter.

Step 18
~4 min

Arrange the quartered hard-boiled eggs on top of the chicken.

Step 19
~4 min

Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the eggs and chicken.

Step 20
~4 min

Serve the Egyptian Yellow Chicken hot, garnished with the eggs and almonds.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use bone-in, skin-on chicken for more flavor.

Toast the almonds for a deeper flavor.

Serve with couscous or rice.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice or couscous.

Serve with a side of vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted vegetables
Couscous
Rice pilaf

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Egypt

Cultural Significance

A traditional Egyptian dish often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family gatherings
Eid
Ramadan

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

70/100

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