{"id":51970,"date":"2023-07-11T20:14:05","date_gmt":"2023-07-11T20:14:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/?p=51970"},"modified":"2023-07-18T18:05:24","modified_gmt":"2023-07-18T18:05:24","slug":"turkish-spiced-chicken-in-apricot-pan-sauce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/2023\/07\/11\/turkish-spiced-chicken-in-apricot-pan-sauce\/","title":{"rendered":"Turkish-Spiced Chicken in Apricot Pan Sauce"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">with Lemon Almond Rice &amp; Harissa-Roasted Carrots<\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Yield: 2<\/h4>\n<p>Chicken cutlet seasoned with a Turkish spice blend of cumin, garlic, coriander, allspice, and chili flakes, served with a jammy, buttery apricot sauce and pair it all with sweet-smoky-tangy harissa-roasted carrots and almond-studded rice.<br \/>\nPrep: 10 Cook: 40<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"quantity\">12<\/span><span class=\"ingredient-name\">oz carrots<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"quantity\">1<\/span><span class=\"ingredient-name\">TBS harissa powder<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"quantity\">10<\/span><span class=\"ingredient-name\">oz chicken cutlets<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"quantity\">1<\/span><span class=\"ingredient-name\">oz chicken stock concentrate<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"quantity\">2<\/span><span class=\"ingredient-name\">scallions <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"quantity\">1<\/span><span class=\"ingredient-name\">lemon<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"quantity\">\u00bd<\/span><span class=\"ingredient-name\">oz sliced almonds<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"quantity\">\u00bd<\/span><span class=\"ingredient-name\">cup basmati rice<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"quantity\">1<\/span><span class=\"ingredient-name\">TBS <strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Turkish spice blend<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"quantity\">1<\/span><span class=\"ingredient-name\">oz apricot jam<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"id-ingredient-name\">salt &amp; pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"quantity\">2<\/span><span class=\"ingredient-name\">tsp olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"quantity\">2<\/span><span class=\"ingredient-name\">tsp cooking oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"quantity\">1<\/span><span class=\"ingredient-name\">TBS butter<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-51976\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotPrep.jpg?resize=300%2C167\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotPrep.jpg?resize=300%2C167&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotPrep.jpg?w=468&amp;ssl=1 468w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Prep: <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 425\u00b0F. Wash and dry produce.<\/p>\n<p>Trim, peel, and cut <strong>carrots<\/strong> into sticks (like fries, ours were 3 inches long and 1\u20443 inch thick). Trim and thinly slice <strong>scallions,<\/strong> separating <strong>whites<\/strong> from <strong>greens.<\/strong> Zest and quarter <strong>lemon.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-51975\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotRoast.jpg?resize=300%2C167\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotRoast.jpg?resize=300%2C167&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotRoast.jpg?w=468&amp;ssl=1 468w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Roast carrots: <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Toss <strong>carrots<\/strong> on a baking sheet with a drizzle of <strong>oil,<\/strong> \u00bc tsp <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>harissa powder<\/strong><\/span>, and a big pinch of <strong>salt<\/strong> and <strong>pepper.<\/strong> (Be sure to measure the <strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">harissa powder<\/span> &#8211;<\/strong> we sent more.)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip: <\/strong>For easy cleanup, line your baking sheet with foil or parchment paper before adding the <strong>carrots.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Roast on top rack until lightly browned and tender, 15-20 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Tip: Give the <strong>carrots<\/strong> a taste after roasting and add a pinch more <strong>harissa powder<\/strong> if you like things spicy.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-51974\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotRice.jpg?resize=300%2C167\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotRice.jpg?resize=300%2C167&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotRice.jpg?w=468&amp;ssl=1 468w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Toast nuts &amp; cook rice: <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, heat a small dry pot over medium-high heat. Add <strong>almonds<\/strong> and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly toasted, 2- to 4-minutes. Turn off heat, transfer to a small bowl. Wipe out pot.<\/p>\n<p>Heat a drizzle of <strong>oil<\/strong> in same pot over medium-high heat. Add half the <strong>scallion whites<\/strong> and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 1 minute.<\/p>\n<p>Stir in <strong>rice,<\/strong> \u00be cup <strong>water,<\/strong> and a pinch of <strong>salt.<\/strong> Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to a low simmer. Cook until <strong>rice<\/strong> is tender,15-18 minutes. Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-51973\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotCook.jpg?resize=300%2C171\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotCook.jpg?resize=300%2C171&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotCook.jpg?w=468&amp;ssl=1 468w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Cook chicken: <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While <strong>rice<\/strong> cooks, pat <strong>chicken<\/strong> dry with paper towels, season all over with half the <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Turkish Spice Blend<\/strong><\/span>, <strong>salt,<\/strong> and <strong>pepper.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Heat a drizzle of <strong>olive oil<\/strong> in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add <strong>chicken<\/strong> and cook until browned and cooked through, 3- to 5-minutes per side.<\/p>\n<p>Turn off heat, transfer <strong>chicken<\/strong> to a plate to rest. Wipe out pan.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-51972\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotSauce.jpg?resize=300%2C171\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotSauce.jpg?resize=300%2C171&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotSauce.jpg?w=468&amp;ssl=1 468w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Make sauce: <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Heat a drizzle of <strong>olive oil<\/strong> in same pan over medium heat. Add remaining <strong>scallion whites<\/strong>, cook, stirring, until softened, 1 minute.<\/p>\n<p>Stir in <strong>jam, stock concentrate,<\/strong> \u00bc cup <strong>water,<\/strong> and a squeeze of <strong>lemon juice.<\/strong> Simmer until thickened, 3- to 5-minutes more.<\/p>\n<p>Turn off heat, stir in 1 TBS <strong>butter<\/strong> until melted. Taste and season with <strong>salt<\/strong> and <strong>pepper.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Tip: Stir in a splash more <strong>water<\/strong> if sauce seems too thick.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-51971\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotSDerve.jpg?resize=300%2C171\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotSDerve.jpg?resize=300%2C171&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricotSDerve.jpg?w=468&amp;ssl=1 468w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Finish &amp; serve: <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Fluff <strong>rice<\/strong> with a fork, stir in <strong>toasted almonds<\/strong> and <strong>lemon zest<\/strong> to taste. Season with <strong>salt<\/strong> and <strong>pepper.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Divide <strong>chicken, rice,<\/strong> and <strong>carrots<\/strong> between plates. Spoon <strong>sauce<\/strong> over <strong>chicken.<\/strong> Garnish with <strong>scallion greens<\/strong> and serve with any remaining <strong>lemon wedges<\/strong> on the side.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Turkish Spice Blend<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>2\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 parts cumin<\/p>\n<p>2\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 parts garlic powder<\/p>\n<p>1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 part ground coriander<\/p>\n<p>\u00bc\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 part ground allspice<\/p>\n<p>\u00bc\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 part <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>chili flakes<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>with Lemon Almond Rice &amp; Harissa-Roasted Carrots Yield: 2 Chicken cutlet seasoned with a Turkish spice blend of cumin, garlic, coriander, allspice, and chili flakes, served with a jammy, buttery apricot sauce and pair it all with sweet-smoky-tangy harissa-roasted carrots and almond-studded rice. Prep: 10 Cook: 40 12oz carrots 1TBS harissa powder 10oz chicken cutlets 1oz chicken stock concentrate 2scallions 1lemon \u00bdoz sliced almonds \u00bdcup basmati rice 1TBS Turkish spice blend 1oz apricot jam salt &amp; pepper 2tsp olive oil&#8230;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"><a class=\"btn btn-default\" href=\"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/2023\/07\/11\/turkish-spiced-chicken-in-apricot-pan-sauce\/\"> Read More<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">  Read More<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":51977,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[313,68,286],"class_list":["post-51970","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-basmati-rice","tag-carrots","tag-chicken-breast"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/07\/TurkishSpicedChickenApricot.jpg?fit=1382%2C1159&ssl=1","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/51970","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=51970"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/51970\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":52055,"href":"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/51970\/revisions\/52055"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/51977"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=51970"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=51970"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nowellfamily.org\/cookbook\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=51970"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}