Mesopotamian Spiced Chicken with Tamarind

Name: Mesopotamian Spiced Chicken with Tamarind
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 8 oz chicken thighs; 1 tbsp paprika; 1 tsp ground cumin; 2 tbsp tamarind paste; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 cup diced onion; 2 cloves minced garlic; 1 cup chicken broth; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro

Tender chicken thighs bathed in a tangy-sweet tamarind sauce, simmered with warm spices and fresh herbs.

Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Category: Mediterranean

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 35 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

8 oz chicken thighs
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsp tamarind paste
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup diced onion
2 cloves minced garlic
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh cilantro

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat 8 oz chicken thighs dry, then rub with 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add 8 oz seasoned chicken thighs and sear for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Step 3: Add 1/2 cup diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, cooking for 2 minutes until softened. Stir in 2 tbsp tamarind paste, then pour in 1 cup chicken broth.
Step 4: Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 25 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally. Stir in 1/4 cup fresh cilantro and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.